Matrimonial Openings by W. W. Jacobs
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"Matrimonial Openings" by W. W. Jacobs is a comedic short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a domestic setting, focusing on family dynamics and the complications of love and marriage. The story humorously tackles themes of fortune-telling and romantic choices, providing a humorous reflection on the societal expectations surrounding matrimony during this period. The plot centers around the Dowson family, primarily Mrs. Dowson's concerns regarding her daughter
Flora's potential suitors. After Flora visits a fortune-teller, predictions of her future love life complicate her relationships with two young men: the steady but unremarkable Ben Lippet, and the charming yet unreliable Charlie Foss. As Flora navigates her affections, her parents weigh in on the implications of the fortune-teller's claims, leading to comical misunderstandings and family debates. In the end, the interplay between fate, romance, and parental influence showcases Jacobs's skillful comedy, capturing the anxieties and absurdities of marital expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark), 1863-1943 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Owen, Will, 1869-1957 |
| Title |
Matrimonial Openings Sailor's Knots, Part 5. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories, English |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10785 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-10785-1 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 168 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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