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100	1		_aJacobs, W. W. _q(William Wymark), _d1863-1943
245	1	0	_aEstablishing Relations : _bOdd Craft, Part 7.
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2004-04-01
508			_aProduced by David Widger
520			_a"Establishing Relations" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story that likely dates back to the early 20th century. This narrative, characteristic of Jacobs' style, explores themes of mistaken identity and romantic pursuits amidst quaint social settings. The story follows Mr. Richard Catesby, a second officer on a ship, as he awkwardly attempts to charm a young woman while inadvertently entangling himself in humorous misunderstandings. In the tale, Mr. Catesby is immediately struck by the beauty of Prudence Truefitt, the daughter of a widow living in Bashford's Lane. After his attempts at courting her lead to a mistaken identity crisis—where he is misidentified as her long-lost brother Fred—comedic chaos ensues. Catesby's awkward yet earnest advances are met with confusion and playful confrontations, especially when Mrs. Porter, a woman claiming to be his wife, arrives on the scene. The story weaves through Catesby's misadventures as he navigates the convoluted situation, showcasing Jacobs’ signature wit and social commentary on romance and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aHumorous stories, English
653			_aEngland -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
653			_aSailors -- Fiction
700	1		_aOwen, Will, _d1869-1957
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/12207
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