Family Cares / Deep Waters, Part 7.

Name: Family Cares / Deep Waters, Part 7.
Author: W. W. Jacobs

By W. W. Jacobs

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A returned emigrant tries to reestablish himself in his old town while managing awkward social expectations and romantic interest. He alternates modesty and evasive explanations, concealing that he left a wife and several young children abroad. Neighbours respond with curiosity and reproach, and his attempts at courtship prompt him to invent further complications, including announcing the supposed death of his absent wife by letter. The narrative follows the comic ripple effects of these deceptions as community members press him toward responsibility and he confronts the gap between convenience and obligation.

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.