Salthaven

Name: Salthaven
Author: W. W. Jacobs

By W. W. Jacobs

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A comic-leaning romance in a small coastal community follows Joan Hartley as she contends with social expectations and an awkward, presumptuous suitor while a watchful captain and her father attempt to influence outcomes. A succession of misunderstandings, gossip, and farcical incidents among townspeople produces both embarrassment and gentle humor, with domestic scenes and seaside episodes revealing local character. The plot interweaves courtship tensions and practical meddling, exploring pride, reputation, and the uneasy business of pairing off within a closely observed social circle.

About the Author

W. W. Jacobs

W. W. Jacobs was an English author best known for his humorous short stories and novels, often set in the coastal regions of England. His writing is characterized by a keen observation of human nature and a talent for creating vivid characters. One of his most notable works is "The Monkey's Paw," a classic horror story that explores themes of fate and the supernatural. Jacobs also wrote extensively about the lives of fishermen and the quirks of seaside communities, as seen in his collection "At Sunwich Port." His contributions to literature have left a lasting impact, particularly in the genre of comic fiction.