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Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark)
1863
1943
Jacobs, William Wymark
Owen, Will
1869
1957
Good Intentions
Ship's Company, Part 3.
Produced by David Widger
"Good Intentions" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. It is a comedic narrative that explores themes of jealousy, infidelity, and the complexities of romantic relationships. The story is set against the backdrop of a wharf, where the protagonist, the night-watchman, finds himself embroiled in the romantic entanglements of Captain Tarbell and the women in his life. The plot revolves around Captain Tarbell, who is caught in a love triangle with two women, Mrs. Plimmer and Laura Lamb. The night-watchman becomes an unintended accomplice as he tries to juggle the demands of both women while managing the chaos that ensues. His efforts to keep the captain's secret leads to a series of humorous mishaps, culminating in an unexpected confrontation that threatens to expose everyone's intentions. As he attempts to maintain order and prevent disaster, the story culminates in a chaotic but ultimately comedic ending that highlights the absurdity of jealousy and the lengths to which people will go for love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 89.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Humorous stories, English
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Humour
Category: British Literature
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