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_aJacobs, W. W. _q(William Wymark), _d1863-1943 |
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_aSkilled Assistance : _bShip's Company, Part 9. |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-01-01 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Skilled Assistance" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of maritime life, exploring themes of relationships and the complications that arise from miscommunication and mistaken identities. The story revolves around the interactions between various characters, including a watchman, a ship captain, and a woman named Mrs. Muffit. In this comedic tale, the central plot revolves around a man named Uncle Dick, who gets entangled with a widow, Mrs. Muffit, while visiting London. The watchman witnesses Uncle Dick's nervousness around the powerful and assertive widow, leading to a plan concocted by the ship's captain and his friend Bill to frighten Uncle Dick away from her. They hire a character known as Artful 'Arry to act as a supposed jealous husband, which sets off a series of misunderstandings and comedic exchanges. Ultimately, the situation escalates, resulting in humorous conclusions and the display of human follies, emphasizing the often absurd nature of relationships and societal norms. The narrative balances wit and charm, showcasing Jacobs's signature style of storytelling that highlights both character and situation with engaging dialogue and colorful descriptions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aHumorous stories, English | ||
| 653 | _aEngland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction | ||
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_aOwen, Will, _d1869-1957 |
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