Blundell's Improvement by W. W. Jacobs

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Author Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Illustrator Owen, Will, 1869-1957
Title Blundell's Improvement
Odd Craft, Part 3.
Note Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Blundell's Improvement" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around themes of romance and misplaced heroism, as it follows the romantic entanglements of John Blundell, a rather unassuming man, and his interactions with Venia Turnbull and the dashing Sergeant Dick Daly. The book captures the quintessential charm and social dynamics of village life, highlighting how characters navigate relationships and personal aspirations within their rural setting. The story begins with a flirtation between Venia and Sergeant Daly, much to the chagrin of the love-struck but timid John Blundell. As Blundell grapples with feelings of inadequacy and the desire to win Venia's affection, Mr. Turnbull, Venia's father, concocts a plan for Blundell to perform a daring rescue to impress her. However, the plan hilariously backfires when it leads to Blundell rescuing Mr. Turnbull instead. Amid the chaos, Blundell inadvertently becomes the hero of the day, capturing the admiration of the townsfolk, while Mr. Turnbull’s jealousy fuels his frustration. Ultimately, the tale is both amusing and insightful, showcasing how perceptions and self-worth can easily be muddled among the affections of others, with a clever twist that adds to the comedic element of the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Humorous stories, English
Subject England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Sailors -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 12203
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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