"Short Cruises" by W. W. Jacobs is a collection of humorous short stories written during the late 19th century. The narratives often center around everyday characters and their adventures, presenting a light-hearted examination of human nature and social situations. The opening chapter introduces Mr. George Henshaw, who finds himself in a series of comedic and precarious situations as he navigates the challenges of married life and the consequences of misunderstandings. The beginning
of the book establishes Mr. Henshaw's return home to a tense dining scene with his wife, Mrs. Henshaw, who believes he has been unfaithful. Their back-and-forth reveals the fragility and humor of their relationship, highlighting Mr. Henshaw's attempts to explain himself amidst escalating accusations. As he seeks the counsel of a friend, Ted Stokes, the absurdity of the situation deepens, suggesting a scheme to create a fake identity to escape his wife's ire. This setup promises a blend of comedy and social commentary as the story unfolds, inviting readers into Jacobs's world of witty observations and engaging storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note
There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #21927
Contents
The changeling -- Mixed relations -- His lordship -- Alf's dream -- A distant relative -- The test -- In the family -- A love-knot -- Her uncle -- The dreamer -- Angels' visits.
Credits
Tonya Allen, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
