W. W. Jacobs

English author of short stories and novels (1863–1943)
1863–1943, born in Wapping

Horror & Gothic Crime, mystery & spy

Portrait of W. W. Jacobs — Photo: Elliott & Fry, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons, resized

Born: 8 September 1863
Birthplace: Wapping
Died: 1 September 1943

Notable works

1900 The Lady of the Barge
1901 Cupboard Love
1901 Captain Rogers · crime fiction
1902 The Monkey's Paw · horror fiction
1902 The Well · horror fiction
Bill's Paper Chase
A Tiger's Skin

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