Sam's Ghost Deep Waters, Part 4.

Sam's Ghost Deep Waters, Part 4 by W. W. Jacobs plunges listeners into a moonlit Thames where comic understatement meets a shiver down the spine. Jacobs, famed for his sea stories and gentle humor, tells of a night watchman who recalls the notorious Sam Bullet—a waterman, a tavern companion, and the sort of man whose disappearance turns river talk into folklore. Rich with working-class dialect and vivid portside detail, the tale blends short-story craft, Victorian/Edwardian London atmosphere, and the uneasy charm of a ghost story played for laughs as often as for chills. The narrative captures themes of camaraderie, superstition, and the gritty rhythms of life by the water, all rendered with Jacobs’s characteristic ear for dialogue and sly comedic timing. Historical context—from the creak of lighters to the river’s role in everyday survival—grounds the humor in authentic maritime life. Perfect for fans of classic fiction, maritime literature, and gentle supernatural tales, this audiobook will appeal to listeners who enjoy witty storytelling, seaside settings, and short, evocative sea stories that linger after the last line.