At Sunwich Port, Part 5. / Contents: Chapters 21-25

Name: At Sunwich Port, Part 5. / Contents: Chapters 21-25
Author: W. W. Jacobs

By W. W. Jacobs

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The narrative follows social manoeuvres and romantic entanglements in a small coastal community as gossip and wedding preparations shape relationships. A rival devises a scheme to displace a suitor but misjudges others and fails. Public scenes of jealousy and embarrassment erupt in shops and parlours, producing sharp confrontations and comic misunderstandings. Unexpected revelations of a clandestine marriage shift alliances and compel characters to reassess intentions and loyalties. The episodes blend humorous confusion with quieter moments of reconciliation, moving several courtships toward altered outcomes.

About the Author

W. W. Jacobs

W. W. Jacobs was an English author best known for his humorous short stories and novels, often set in the coastal regions of England. His writing is characterized by a keen observation of human nature and a talent for creating vivid characters. One of his most notable works is "The Monkey's Paw," a classic horror story that explores themes of fate and the supernatural. Jacobs also wrote extensively about the lives of fishermen and the quirks of seaside communities, as seen in his collection "At Sunwich Port." His contributions to literature have left a lasting impact, particularly in the genre of comic fiction.