| Author |
Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
| Illustrator |
Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| Title |
The Temptation of Samuel Burge
Captains All, Book 8.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Temptation of Samuel Burge" by W. W. Jacobs is a comedic short story that was likely written in the early 20th century. This work blends elements of humor and social commentary and revolves around the themes of temptation and redemption in a quaint, provincial setting. It features the character of Samuel Burge, a former burglar turned preacher, showcasing the struggle between his old instincts and his newfound faith. The story follows the interactions between the jeweler, Mr. Higgs, and the peculiar Brother Samuel Burge, who has come to stay at his home while on a mission to further his ministry. Despite his good intentions, Burge grapples with a strong temptation to revert to his thieving ways, especially when confronted with the valuable items in Higgs's shop. As he attempts to resist these urges, his innermost struggles are humorously depicted, leading to a wild misunderstanding when he is mistaken for a burglar during a tumultuous night. The narrative culminates in Burge's confrontation with the police, where his history and intentions are humorously revealed, illustrating the contrast between his previous life of crime and his current aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Humorous stories, English
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| Subject |
England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
River life -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11188 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 20, 2004 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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