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The Well: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 4.

The Well: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 4.

W. W. Jacobs

1902

British Literature, Short Stories

The Well: The Lady of the Barge and Others, Part 4 is a short story by W. W. Jacobs, first published in 1902. Set in rural England, it explores the psychological turmoil of its characters, particularly focusing on Jem Benson and his cousin Wilfred Carr. The narrative centers around a deep well that symbolizes hidden dangers and moral dilemmas, as Jem's engagement to Olive is threatened by Wilfred's manipulative schemes. The story combines elements of drama and suspense, highlighting the complexities of familial bonds and the haunting effects of past actions.

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A short story that captures elements of drama, suspense, and the psychological turmoil of its characters. Written in the...

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The Well is a Miles Franklin Award-winning 1986 novel by Australian-English author Elizabeth Jolley.

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