Self-Help by W. W. Jacobs
(2 User reviews)
297
Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
English
"Self-Help" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life of a night-watchman and his misadventures, highlighting themes of kindness and the unexpected consequences that often follow attempts to help others. The story offers a light-hearted critique of human nature and the folly ...
as he grapples with physical discomforts and the concept of kindness. He shares anecdotes involving his friends, focusing on Sam Small, who becomes involved in a dubious scheme to catch thieves targeting sailors. Sam is tricked into believing he will help the police by pretending to be drunk, leading to a comical turn of events where he ends up defending himself against his own friends, who conspire to rob him as part of the ruse. The tale culminates in a clash of personalities and mistaken intentions, ultimately showcasing the folly of assuming that kindness will be met with gratitude. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
ℹ️ Public Domain Content
The copyright for this book has expired, making it public property. It is available for public use and education.
Linda Taylor
7 months agoComparing this to other titles in the same genre, the argument presented in the middle section is particularly compelling. A rare gem in a sea of mediocre content.
There are no comments for this eBook.
William Harris
6 months agoComparing this to other titles in the same genre, the data points used to support the main thesis are quite robust. A perfect balance of theory and practical advice.