Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Neval

By Abil Kile

"Short Cruises" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written during the early 20th century. The book captures everyday life with a comedic twist, often centering around flawed characters navigating misadventures in social situations. The opening story introduces Mr. George Henshaw, who faces comical domestic challenges exacerba...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Adventure

By Abil Kile

"A Master of Craft" by W. W. Jacobs is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of life aboard a schooner, focusing on the interactions and relationships among its characters, particularly a young woman named Poppy Tyrell and the ship's crew. The narrative is likely to explore themes of romance, adventure, and...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Neval

By Abil Kile

"Many Cargoes" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of maritime stories written during the late 19th century. The book features various humorous and absurd adventures experienced by sailors, primarily revolving around the lives of different ship crews and their eccentricities. Notable characters introduced include the quirky captains and vibrant crew me...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Romance

By Abil Kile

"Sailors' Knots (Entire Collection)" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of short stories likely written in the early 20th century. The anthology features humorous and character-driven tales revolving around sailors and their adventures, highlighting the quirks of life at sea and on land. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the night-wa...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In History

By Abil Kile

"Sea Urchins" by W. W. Jacobs is a work of fiction written during the late 19th century. The book appears to be a collection of short stories, with characters who navigate various humorous and adventurous scenarios at sea, including pirates and sailors. The opening suggests a focus on youthful imagination and the contrast between fantasy and realit...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Romance

By Abil Kile

"Dialstone Lane, Complete" by W. W. Jacobs is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the quaint village of Binchester and revolves around Mr. Edward Tredgold, a land and estate agent, as he interacts with local characters, particularly the charming Miss Drewitt and her uncle, Captain Bowers. The plot weaves humor, int...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Adventure

By Abil Kile

"At Sunwich Port, Complete" by W. W. Jacobs is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in the quaint coastal town of Sunwich, where the lives of several characters, including the disgruntled Captain Nugent and his loyal steward Mr. Wilks, unfold amidst a backdrop of maritime intrigue and interpersonal drama. The narrative explore...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In History

By Abil Kile

"The Skipper’s Wooing; and, The Brown Man’s Servant" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous fiction written in the late 19th century. The stories center around the everyday lives and interactions of sailors and seafarers against the backdrop of maritime life, particularly focusing on a character, Captain Wilson, who shows peculiar affections a...

Authors: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943

In Neval

By Abil Kile

"Odd Craft, Complete" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous stories written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and misadventures of various sailors and the eccentric characters they encounter, mixing comedy with social commentary in a lively, colloquial style. Through intertwining tales, the author captures the humorous fo...