The Temptation of Samuel Burge: Captains All, Book 8.
1904
The Temptation of Samuel Burge: Captains All, Book 8.
1904
British Literature, Humour, Short Stories
The Temptation of Samuel Burge, published in 1904 by W. W. Jacobs, is a humorous short story that explores themes of temptation and redemption. It follows Samuel Burge, a former burglar turned preacher, as he struggles to resist the allure of his old life while staying with jeweler Mr. Higgs. The narrative humorously depicts Burge's internal conflict and culminates in a misunderstanding with the police, highlighting the contrast between his criminal past and his current aspirations.
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