Jerome Klapka Jerome was a renowned English writer and humorist, best known for his humorous and comic masterpiece “Three Men in a Boat”, apart from his other notable works of literature. He was born on 2nd May, 1859 in Caldmore, Walsall, England, and was raised amidst poverty in London. His other works include the essay collections like the “Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow” and “Second Thoughts of an Idle Fellow”, “Three Men on the Bummel”- which was a sequel to Three Men in a Boat; and several other novels. A brief touching and pretty story by Jerome K. Jerome about young charming woman known by all citizens. Absolutely everyone likes beauty and charm of Mrs. Clifton Courtenay, both common young people and rich retired generals. What kind of secret this attractive lady has you will find out during reading this story.