Bill'S Paper Chase; Lady Of The Barge And Others, Part 3. (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789354941504)

A wry smile, a salt breeze, and a chest of elegant tales from Victorian Britain. Bill's Paper Chase; Lady Of The Barge And Others, Part 3 brings W. W. Jacobs's sharp wit, ornate prose, and episodic humorous tales back to life for today's readers. This collection sits at the crossroads of public domain classics and modern enjoyment. It showcases Jacobs's sly seafaring satire, the light-hearted torpor of seaside towns, and the humorous misadventures that feel both intimate and panoramic. It's not merely entertainment; it's a window into victorian britain setting, where character, circumstance, and a touch of Dickensian atmosphere intertwine in complete short stories that are equally at home in casual reading and a thoughtful, collector's shelf. Lovers of british humour fiction and ornate prose tone will find much to savour, while readers new to the era will discover a brisk, accessible voice crafted for today. For anthology for collectors and illustrated edition buyers alike, this volume is a treasure-proof that these public domain collections still glow with relevance and charm. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

Author: W. W. Jacobs
ISBN-10: 9354941508
ISBN-13: 9789354941504
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Language: English
Published: 08/17/2021
Pages: 20
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.05d