02218cam a22003253u 4500 21930 UtSlPG 20260610133515.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 Salthaven Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-06-25 Produced by David Widger "Salthaven" by W. W. Jacobs is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the lives of Mr. John Vyner, a ship-owner, and his clerk, Mr. Hartley, as they navigate their personal and professional relationships in the coastal town of Salthaven. The backdrop includes the complexities of family, business, and social interactions, particularly highlighted by the presence of Hartley's daughter, Joan, who becomes pivotal in the developing relationships. The opening of the book introduces Mr. John Vyner at his office, discussing upcoming changes with his chief clerk, Mr. Hartley, who is weary of his long service and concerned about the impending arrival of Vyner's nephew, Robert. Mr. Hartley is portrayed as a diligent worker, reflecting on his life as he prepares to return home, while hints of his daughter Joan's imminent arrival set the stage for potential romantic entanglements. This chapter captures the dynamics within the workplace and hints at the interwoven personal lives of the characters, with Hartley's protective instincts about his daughter becoming evident when he suspects she might have male company. The tone suggests that the story will explore themes of love, loyalty, and social expectation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ship captains -- Fiction Love stories Owen, Will, 1869-1957 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21930 63074 63074