Four Pigeons by W. W. Jacobs

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Author Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943
Illustrator Owen, Will, 1869-1957
Title Four Pigeons
Captains All, Book 7.
Note Reading ease score: 87.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by David Widger
Summary "Four Pigeons" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous collection of short stories likely written during the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the misadventures and humorous exploits of villagers involved in shooting parties and their interactions with a crafty poacher, Bob Pretty. The book captures the essence of rural life, highlighting themes of camaraderie, folly, and the often absurd consequences of human actions. The story unfolds in a village called Claybury, focusing on a group of local men who engage in a betting scheme with Bob Pretty, a notorious poacher. After a series of unfortunate incidents during shooting parties, where multiple villagers are accidentally shot, the townsfolk's suspicions about Bob deepen. The narrative is filled with lively dialogue and character-driven moments, showcasing the men's attempts to navigate not only their injuries but also the implications of their betting club led by Bob. As the villagers recover and reflect on their misfortunes, Bob cleverly manipulates the situation to his advantage, illustrating a blend of wit and farce that characterizes Jacobs' storytelling. (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 River life -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 11187
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 20, 2004
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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