The Changing Numbers by W. W. Jacobs
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| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
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| Illustrator | Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| Title |
The Changing Numbers Odd Craft, Part 8. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "The Changing Numbers" by W. W. Jacobs is a short story likely written in the early 20th century. This comedic tale revolves around Mr. Samuel Gunnill and his interactions with his daughter Selina, as well as their friends and neighbors, set in a domestic setting filled with humorous misunderstandings and light-hearted social commentary. The story humorously explores themes of social respectability, the follies of drink, and the dynamics of father-daughter relationships. In the story, Mr. Gunnill’s attempt to recount a night of revelry goes awry when he finds himself entangled in a misunderstanding involving a local policeman, Mr. Cooper. The narrative centers on the complications that arise from Mr. Gunnill’s drinking, his daughter’s disapproval, and the absurd but hilarious attempts by her suitors, particularly Mr. Herbert Sims, to impress her. A comedic twist unfolds when the attempted mischief against Cooper becomes entangled with mistaken identities and broken property, leading to a resolution that showcases the cleverness of one character, Mr. Drill, who helps repair a damaged helmet belonging to the constable. The hilarity peaks with the interplay of deception, misunderstandings, and a lively domestic atmosphere, resulting in a light-hearted commentary on the absurdities of social conventions and human relationships. (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 | Sailors -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12208 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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