Author: W. W. Jacobs
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
In 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant', W. W. Jacobs showcases his mastery of the short story form with two captivating tales exploring themes of love, class, and society. Set in the late 19th century England, Jacobs' stories provide a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. With his concise and witty prose, Jacobs immerses the reader into the world of the working class, portraying their struggles and triumphs with depth and sensitivity. The narratives are rich in detail and offer a nuanced commentary on the social dynamics of the time. W. W. Jacobs, a prolific English writer known for his dark humor and keen insight into human nature, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a maritime community. His background lends authenticity and depth to his depictions of characters and settings in 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant'. Jacobs' ability to capture the essence of everyday life with poignancy and humor sets him apart as a storyteller of great talent. I highly recommend 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant' to readers seeking thought-provoking insights into the human condition, as well as fans of classic English literature. Jacobs' skillful storytelling and keen observations make this collection a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of society and relationships in a bygone era.
The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant
Author: W. W. Jacobs
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
In 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant', W. W. Jacobs showcases his mastery of the short story form with two captivating tales exploring themes of love, class, and society. Set in the late 19th century England, Jacobs' stories provide a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. With his concise and witty prose, Jacobs immerses the reader into the world of the working class, portraying their struggles and triumphs with depth and sensitivity. The narratives are rich in detail and offer a nuanced commentary on the social dynamics of the time. W. W. Jacobs, a prolific English writer known for his dark humor and keen insight into human nature, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a maritime community. His background lends authenticity and depth to his depictions of characters and settings in 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant'. Jacobs' ability to capture the essence of everyday life with poignancy and humor sets him apart as a storyteller of great talent. I highly recommend 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant' to readers seeking thought-provoking insights into the human condition, as well as fans of classic English literature. Jacobs' skillful storytelling and keen observations make this collection a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of society and relationships in a bygone era.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
In 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant', W. W. Jacobs showcases his mastery of the short story form with two captivating tales exploring themes of love, class, and society. Set in the late 19th century England, Jacobs' stories provide a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. With his concise and witty prose, Jacobs immerses the reader into the world of the working class, portraying their struggles and triumphs with depth and sensitivity. The narratives are rich in detail and offer a nuanced commentary on the social dynamics of the time. W. W. Jacobs, a prolific English writer known for his dark humor and keen insight into human nature, drew inspiration from his own experiences growing up in a maritime community. His background lends authenticity and depth to his depictions of characters and settings in 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant'. Jacobs' ability to capture the essence of everyday life with poignancy and humor sets him apart as a storyteller of great talent. I highly recommend 'The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant' to readers seeking thought-provoking insights into the human condition, as well as fans of classic English literature. Jacobs' skillful storytelling and keen observations make this collection a must-read for those interested in exploring the complexities of society and relationships in a bygone era.
The Skipper's Wooing and The Brown Man's Servant
Author: William Wymark Jacobs
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
The Skipper's Wooing, and The Brown Man's Servant
Author: William Wymark Jacobs
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 195
Book Description
The Skipper's Wooing; And, the Brown Man's Servant
Author: W. W. W.W. Jacobs
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781502401878
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
The Skipper's Wooing; and, The Brown Man's Servant
Publisher: CreateSpace
ISBN: 9781502401878
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 154
Book Description
The Skipper's Wooing; and, The Brown Man's Servant
The Skipper's Wooing
Author: W. W. Jacobs
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780364960233
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Excerpt from The Skipper's Wooing: And the Brown Man's Servant Twice did the ministering angel, who was not of an age to be in any great concern about his own toilet, change the water before the mate was satisfied; after which the latter, his face and neck aglow with friction, descended to the cabin for a change of raiment. He did not appear on deck again until after dinner, which, in the absence of the skipper, he ate alone. The men, who had also dined, were lounging forward, smoking, and the mate, having filled his own pipe, sat down by himself and smoked in silence. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Publisher: Forgotten Books
ISBN: 9780364960233
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Excerpt from The Skipper's Wooing: And the Brown Man's Servant Twice did the ministering angel, who was not of an age to be in any great concern about his own toilet, change the water before the mate was satisfied; after which the latter, his face and neck aglow with friction, descended to the cabin for a change of raiment. He did not appear on deck again until after dinner, which, in the absence of the skipper, he ate alone. The men, who had also dined, were lounging forward, smoking, and the mate, having filled his own pipe, sat down by himself and smoked in silence. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
The Skipper's Wooing and the Brown Man's Servant
Author: W. W. Jacobs
Publisher: Pinnacle Press
ISBN: 9781374861978
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Pinnacle Press
ISBN: 9781374861978
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Skipper's Wooing, and the Brown Man's Servant
Author: W W 1863-1943 Jacobs
Publisher: Palala Press
ISBN: 9781346858524
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Publisher: Palala Press
ISBN: 9781346858524
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Skipper's Wooing
Author: W. w. 1863-1943 Jacobs
Publisher: Nabu Press
ISBN: 9781289832490
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
Publisher: Nabu Press
ISBN: 9781289832490
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 198
Book Description
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
SKIPPER'S WOOING AND THE BROWN MAN'S SERVANT
Author: W. W. JACOBS.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783965378728
Category : Electronic books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783965378728
Category : Electronic books
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Skipper's Wooing
Author: W. W. Jacobs
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780649541874
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780649541874
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description