Dialstone Lane: Part 5 - Couverture souple

Jacobs, William Wymark

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9377502632 ISBN 13 : 9789377502638

Editeur : Double 9 Books, 2026

Synopsis

Dialstone lane part 5 is a comedic nautical adventure that follows a series of misadventures sparked by curiosity, friendship, and the lure of hidden treasure. The narrative centers on a group of companions whose quest leads them into sailing escapades, accidental encounters, and absurd situations shaped by miscommunication and exaggerated hopes. As plans unfold, deception and misunderstanding create humorous complications, revealing the folly and impulsiveness that often guide human behavior. The seaside backdrop adds energy and unpredictability, turning ordinary ambitions into chaotic adventures filled with wit and playful tension. Beneath the comedy, the story reflects themes of loyalty, ambition, and the way imagination can transform simple desires into elaborate schemes. With gentle satire, the installment highlights how friendships are tested through confusion and temptation, while everyday life becomes unexpectedly adventurous. The humor remains light and engaging, offering an entertaining look at the eccentricities of people caught up in their own plans and dreams of discovery.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

William Wymark Jacobs was a British writer known for his contributions to short fiction and light drama. Raised in a family connected to maritime work, he frequently drew upon dockside and seafaring life for inspiration, infusing his stories with humor, irony, and a sharp sense of character. His formal education supported a long literary career marked by a balance between comedic tales and occasional ventures into the macabre. While he authored numerous lighthearted sketches about working-class life near the London docks, his most enduring work is a supernatural story that departs from his typical tone, showcasing his ability to create suspense with precision and restraint. Throughout his life, he remained focused on the everyday lives and peculiarities of ordinary people, often highlighting the unexpected in familiar circumstances. His writing style combined straightforward narrative with sharp dialogue, which made his work appealing for adaptation to the stage. Though known for a single haunting tale, his broader literary legacy rests on his humorous portrayals of domestic and maritime scenes filled with mischief, wit, and understated social observation.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9377502632
• ISBN 13: 9789377502638
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 52
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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