| Author |
Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
| Illustrator |
Greiffenhagen, Maurice, 1862-1931 |
| Illustrator |
Richards, Amy, active 1896-1918 |
| Title |
The Lady of the Barge
The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 1.
|
| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
|
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
|
| Summary |
"The Lady of the Barge" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written in the early 20th century. This book reflects the author's keen observations on human nature and social interactions, often set against the backdrop of everyday life on the waterways of England. It primarily explores themes of romance, jealousy, and misunderstandings among its characters. The title story, "The Lady of the Barge," centers around Captain Gibbs, the master of the barge Arabella, who reluctantly accommodates his brother-in-law's romantic interest, Lucy Harris, aboard during a river trip. As tensions rise between the mate, Ted, and the skipper, comedic misunderstandings unfold, particularly regarding Lucy's feelings and Ted's intentions. The narrative is rich with witty dialogue and playful banter, leading to a humorous conclusion where misunderstandings peak during a chaotic scene involving a misplaced purse and a ill-timed dive. Overall, Jacobs masterfully blends humor with insights into relationships, making this collection an entertaining exploration of life on the river. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
|
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
|
| Subject |
Humorous stories, English
|
| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
|
| Subject |
River life -- Fiction
|
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12121 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
|
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!
|
