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The Nest Egg / Captains All, Book 3.

By W. W. Jacobs
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A sardonic night-watchman recounts the tale of Charlie Tagg, a frugal sailor who has saved money for marriage. Returning from a voyage, he becomes torn after an overseas infatuation and seeks to reclaim funds held by his fiancée; her family plans to invest the savings in a small chandlery shop. Charlie feigns prudence and artfulness, claiming a secret chance to double the money, prompting domestic comedy about trust, temptation, and the perils of sudden craftiness.

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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.

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