The Classic Collection of W.W. Jacobs is a captivating anthology featuring some of the author's most famous works, including "The Lady of the Barge," "The Monkey's Paw," "Dialstone Lane," "At Sunwich Port," "Odd Craft," and several others. W.W. Jacobs, an esteemed English writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, is celebrated for his skillful storytelling and mastery of the short story form. In "The Lady of the Barge," readers are introduced to a delightful cast of characters as they navigate humorous and often unpredictable situations. "The Monkey's Paw" explores the consequences of a mystical talisman and delves into themes of fate, desire, and the supernatural. "Dialstone Lane," "At Sunwich Port," and "Odd Craft" transport readers to vibrant coastal communities, capturing the essence of small-town life through charming and sometimes eccentric characters. This illustrated collection showcases W.W. Jacobs' talent for creating engaging narratives filled with suspense, humor, and poignant moments. It offers readers a delightful journey into the imaginative world of one of England's most beloved storytellers. Many Cargoes The Skipper's Wooing and The Brown Man's Servant More Cargoes A Master of Craft Light Freights The Lady of the Barge The Monkey's Paw Dialstone Lane At Sunwich Port Odd Craft Captains All Short Cruises Salthaven Sailors' Knots Ship's Company Night Watches Deep Waters

Master of the short story and teller of hilarious nautical misadventures, W. W. Jacobs is most famous for his seminal supernatural story ‘The Monkey's Paw’. For the first time in publishing history, this eBook presents Jacobs’ collected works (almost complete), with numerous illustrations, rare plays and informative introductions. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Jacobs’ life and works * Concise introductions to the novels and other texts * All 5 novels, with individual contents tables * Includes the rare novel THE CASTAWAYS, appearing for the first time in digital publishing * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Famous novels and collections are fully illustrated with their original artwork * All the short story collections in the US public domain * Special chronological and alphabetical contents tables for the short stories * Easily locate the short stories you want to read * Includes Jacobs’ rare plays – available in no other collection * Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres Please note: to comply with US copyright restrictions, the story collection SEA WHISPERS cannot appear in this edition. Once new texts enter the US public domain, they will be added as a free update. Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: The Novels A MASTER OF CRAFT AT SUNWICH PORT DIALSTONE LANE SALTHAVEN THE CASTAWAYS The Short Story Collections THE SKIPPER’S WOOING AND THE BROWN MAN’S SERVANT MANY CARGOES MORE CARGOES LIGHT FREIGHTS THE LADY OF THE BARGE ODD CRAFT CAPTAINS ALL SHORT CRUISES SAILORS’ KNOTS SHIP’S COMPANY NIGHT WATCHES DEEP WATERS The Short Stories LIST OF SHORT STORIES IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER LIST OF SHORT STORIES IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER The Plays THE MONKEY’S PAW BEAUTY AND THE BARGE THE BOATSWAIN’S MATE THE CHANGELING THE GHOST OF JERRY BUNDLER THE GREY PARROT ADMIRAL PETERS IN THE LIBRARY THE WARMING PAN A DISTANT RELATIVE MASTER MARINERS MATRIMONIAL OPENINGS DIXON’S RETURN DOUBLE DEALING Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks

Reproduction of the original: The Lady of the Barge by W.W. Jacobs

Into the Darkness stands as a seminal anthology, bringing together an exceptional array of tales that traverse the spectral corridors of gothic horror, mystery, and the supernatural. This collection boasts an impressive diversity in literary styles, juxtaposing the macabre with the psychological, the fantastic with the eerily realistic. Its range spans from the deep, existential fears tapped by Edgar Allan Poe to the pioneering science fiction horror of H.G. Wells. Noteworthy are the haunted landscapes of Algernon Blackwood and the psychological depths explored by Henry James, which stand as testimonies to the anthologys rich, thematic tapestry and its significant contribution to the literary canon. The anthology does not merely compile stories; it orchestrates a nuanced exploration of the human psyche across different epochs and locales. The contributing authors read like a whos who of the 19th and early 20th centuries literary giants, each bringing their unique voice to the theme of confrontation with the unknown. Collectively, their backgroundsranging from the literary brilliance of Oscar Wilde to the grim realism of Thomas Hardymirror the anthologys overarching investigations into horror and mystery. Their works, ingrained in various cultural and literary movements from Romanticism to the Edwardian ghost story, provide a panoramic view of the evolution of horror and speculative fiction. Through the confluence of these diverse voices, the collection offers a comprehensive historical and cultural context, enriching the readers understanding of the genre. Into the Darkness invites readers on an unparalleled literary journey, providing a unique opportunity to engage with the collective genius of authors whose works have defined and transcended the boundaries of their genres. This anthology is not merely a compendium of tales meant to thrill and chill; it's an educational odyssey through the evolution of horror and suspense literature. Readers are encouraged to delve deep into this collection for its unparalleled insight, the rich dialogue it fosters between epochs and ideologies, and the timeless thrill of exploring humanitys darker inclinations.

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