"Over the Side" by W. W. Jacobs is a short story that explores the chilling and inexplicable events on the brig "Endeavour". A young boy sailing on board experiences the crew's deep-seated superstitions and unease following the death of Jem Dadd. When a mysterious, waterlogged man appears claiming to be the deceased Dadd, panic and terror spread among the sailors. The book explores the fear of the unknown, the power of belief, and the unwavering ties between people, even when confronted with something they can't explain, as the plot goes on.
Over the Side Captains All, Book 6.
By W. W. (William Wymark) Jacobs
On a terror-stricken ship, the rumored return of a dead sailor brings a dark cloud and suspicion, leaving a young boy to see the impact of superstition on seasoned seamen.
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About the AuthorWilliam Wymark Jacobs was an English author of short fiction and drama. He is best known for his story "The Monkey's Paw".
William Wymark Jacobs was an English author of short fiction and drama. He is best known for his story "The Monkey's Paw".
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