The Letting of Number Six by Herbert Jenkins
This novel is a spy thriller that follows the story of a man who is captured and interrogated by the enemy. He uses his knowledge of the enemy's tactics to manipulate them and escape. The story explores themes of espionage, deception, and survival.
By Herbert Jenkins · First published 1937 · Genre: Comedy, Domestic Fiction, Satire · 5,739 words
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"An' what am I to do if there's an air-raid? " demanded Mrs. Bindle.
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The Letting of Number Six is listed on Textopian as a novella by Herbert Jenkins, dated 1937 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Herbert Jenkins
- Date: 1937 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Domestic Fiction, Satire, War Fiction, Social Commentary
- Length: 5,739 words
- Structure: 1 section, 160 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The narrative is driven by humorous interactions and witty dialogue, particularly involving the character Bindle, who navigates various social situations with comedic flair.
- Domestic Fiction — The story focuses on the everyday life and domestic challenges faced by the characters, particularly within the setting of residential flats.
- Satire — The text employs satire to critique social norms and behaviors, especially through the exaggerated personalities and situations encountered by Bindle.
- War Fiction — Set during wartime, the narrative includes references to air raids and the impact of war on civilian life, though it is not the central focus.
Tags
Psychological Thriller · Mystery Novel · British Literature · Crime Fiction · Detective Story · Police Procedural · Small Town Setting · Isolated Location · Gothic Atmosphere · Suspenseful Plot · Twisted Characters · Dark Secrets