Lawyer Quince: Odd Craft, Part 5.: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Lawyer Quince: Odd Craft, Part 5. is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark) (1863–1943).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Lawyer Quince" by W. W. Jacobs is a humorous short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the character of Lawyer Quince, a shoemaker in the village of Little Haven who is presumed to possess legal knowledge due to his self-taught reading. The story satirizes rural life and the misunderstandings that arise in everyday situations, particularly those connected to local legal disputes. The plot unfolds as Mr. Rose, a farmer, finds his daughter Celia's suitor, young Pascoe, in his stable after locking him inside to prevent any interactions with Celia. With Mr. Quince's seemingly authoritative advice, Mr. Rose believes he is following the law, only to create an increasingly comedic predicament. As the story progresses, Celia deliberately locks herself in the tool-shed of Mr. Quince, leading to a series of misunderstandings and the revelation of her feelings for Pascoe. The story concludes with an amusing shift in dynamics as Mr. Rose's authority is called into question, leaving the villagers to chuckle at the unfolding drama while Mr. Quince retains an air of unintentional wisdom amidst the chaos.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Lawyer Quince: Odd Craft, Part 5.
- Author credits: Jacobs, W. W. (William Wymark) (1863–1943)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
- Humorous stories, English
- Sailors -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Humour
- Category: Short Stories
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