William Wymark Jacobs
1863 -1943
William Wymark Jacobs Biography
William Wymark Jacobs (1863-1943) was an English author, best known for his short stories and humor. He was born in London and worked as a clerk in the civil service before becoming a full-time writer. He began publishing stories in magazines in the 1890s, and his first collection of short stories, "Many Cargoes," was published in 1896.
Jacobs is best known for his humorous stories, often set in the world of seafaring and dockside life. He wrote several collections of short stories, including "Sea Whispers" (1901) and "Salthaven" (1902). He also wrote novels, including "The Skipper's Wooing" (1897) and "Light Freights" (1902).
Jacobs was a popular and well-respected writer during his lifetime, and his stories were widely anthologized. He died in 1943 in London.
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William Wymark Jacobs books
| Book | Published |
|---|---|
| More Cargoes | 1897 |
| The Lady of the Barge | 1902 |
| The Monkeys Paw | 1902 |
| Sailors Knots | 1909 |
| Salthaven | 1902 |
| The Skipper's Wooing | 1897 |
| Deep Waters | 1919 |
| Light Freights | 1901 |
| Short Cruises | 1907 |
| Captains All and Others | 1911 |
| Many Cargoes | 1896 |
| Ships Company | 1911 |
| Night Watches | 1914 |
| Sea Urchins | 1898 |