The Stories of Saki (Masterplots: Revised Category Edition, British Fiction Series)
At a glance:
- Author: Saki
- First Published: 1904
- Genres: Short fiction
- Subjects: Children, Tricks, Supernatural, Women, Wit or humor, Fantasy, Imagination, Cruelty, Satire
Critical Evaluation:
Hector Hugh Munro first used Saki, cupbearer in THE RUBAIYAT OF OMAR KHAYYAM, as a pseudonym when, in 1894, in the manner of Lewis Carroll, he wrote political sketches for THE WESTMINSTER GAZETTE, later published as THE WESTMINSTER ALICE in 1902. As these literary affinities suggest, the work of Saki himself is characterized by wit, whimsicality, an acute sense of humor, and a smiling acceptance of the less delectable truths of human existence.
Reginald is imaginary like the other characters in the fifteen REGINALD...
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