Night Watches by W. W. Jacobs

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Author Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Illustrator Davis, Stanley
Title Night Watches
Complete Series
Note Reading ease score: 91.8 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Contents Back to back -- Keeping watch -- The understudy -- The weaker vessel -- Stepping backwards -- The three sisters -- The unknown -- The vigil -- Easy money -- His other self.
Credits David Widger
Summary "Night Watches" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives often revolve around working-class characters and their everyday life, laced with elements of comedy and social commentary. The book features various characters, including the hapless Mr. Scutts, who becomes embroiled in an array of misadventures that reflect the quirks and follies of human nature. The opening of "Night Watches" introduces readers to Mr. Scutts, who is recovering from a railway accident and is anxiously waiting for his doctor. The scene vividly portrays the concerns of Mr. Scutts and his wife, as Mr. Scutts’s injury and his stubbornness lead to a comedic gathering of neighbors and medical attendants. A stranger from the railway company arrives to offer compensation for the incident, but Mr. Scutts is resolute about not taking money for a minor injury, thinking it dishonest. This sets the tone for the humor and social dynamics that will play out throughout the stories, blending Mr. Scutts’s reluctance and the absurdity of his situation with moments of wit and insight into human behavior. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Humorous stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 12161
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 2, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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