Dialstone Lane: Part 3 - Couverture souple

Jacobs, William Wymark

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9377503965 ISBN 13 : 9789377503963

Editeur : Double 9 Books, 2026

Synopsis

Dialstone lane - Part 3 is a whimsical and humorous exploration of small community life, highlighting the eccentricities, misunderstandings, and social interactions that shape daily existence. The narrative focuses on a group of neighbors whose routines and habits lead to playful complications, showcasing the comic side of domestic life. Through lighthearted episodes, the story examines themes of family, friendship, and human folly, revealing how ordinary situations can quickly become amusingly tangled. The characters' quirks and impulsive actions create a lively, engaging atmosphere, emphasizing both the charm and absurdity of close-knit communities. Gentle satire and keen observation of social dynamics allow the narrative to explore the nuances of etiquette, personal ambition, and curiosity, turning small domestic moments into entertaining scenarios. The work captures the spirit of everyday life, blending humor with subtle insight, and inviting readers to enjoy the unpredictable outcomes of miscommunication, imaginative schemes, and playful rivalries. This installment continues to develop Jacobs' style of portraying village life with warmth, wit, and a touch of mischief.

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: 9377503965
• ISBN 13: 9789377503963
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 54
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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