The Constable's Move / Captains All, Book 4.

Name: The Constable's Move / Captains All, Book 4.
Author: W. W. Jacobs

By W. W. Jacobs

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A resentful neighbour becomes obsessed with the new police constable next door, convinced the officer is appropriating household tins and other property. He and his wife contrive a noisy domestic quarrel to force the constable to enter without invitation and thus get him into trouble, but the scheme backfires when neighbours intervene and the plotter ends up the victim of public humiliation. The tale relies on comic misunderstanding, petty vindictiveness and situational irony to expose small‑town spite and the risks of vengeful scheming.

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.