An Adulteration Act: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 10.
1900
An Adulteration Act: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 10.
1900
British Literature, Humour, Short Stories
An Adulteration Act: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 10 is a humorous short story by W. W. Jacobs, first published in 1900. It follows Dr. Frank Carson and solicitor Harry Thomson, who find themselves mistakenly shanghaied onto a ship, reduced to working as a cook and seaman due to their drunken antics. The story satirizes class and authority, showcasing the duo's comedic misadventures as they navigate their unexpected roles and ultimately return to land with a witty twist.
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