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Reginald

Reginald

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Saki (December 18, 1870 - November 14, 1916) was the clever pen name of British author Hector Hugh Munro. Renowned for his sharp wit and peculiar storytelling, Sakis short stories offer a satirical lens on Edwardian culture. Often likened to literary luminaries such as O. Henry, Dorothy Parker, and influenced by the likes of Noel Coward and Oscar Wilde, Saki is celebrated as a master of the short story form. His first collection, Reginald, was published by Methuen Press in 1904, featuring tales that originally graced the pages of the Westminster Gazette. Through the jaded yet insightful character of Reginald, Saki critiques the absurdities and pretensions of the upper-class society of his time—attitudes that resonate just as strongly today. With timeless humor that captivates audiences nearly a century later, Sakis work remains as delightful and sharp as ever. (Summary by Jason Xanthopoulos).

This show includes AI-generated content.Copyright Comedy and Fairy Tales Arte Storia e critica della letteratura
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  • Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft-George Gissing

    Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft-George Gissing
    Aug 24 2026
    Saki (December 18, 1870 - November 14, 1916) was the clever pen name of British author Hector Hugh Munro. Renowned for his sharp wit and peculiar storytelling, Sakis short stories offer a satirical lens on Edwardian culture. Often likened to literary luminaries such as O. Henry, Dorothy Parker, and influenced by the likes of Noel Coward and Oscar Wilde, Saki is celebrated as a master of the short story form. His first collection, Reginald, was published by Methuen Press in 1904, featuring tales that originally graced the pages of the Westminster Gazette. Through the jaded yet insightful character of Reginald, Saki critiques the absurdities and pretensions of the upper-class society of his time—attitudes that resonate just as strongly today. With timeless humor that captivates audiences nearly a century later, Sakis work remains as delightful and sharp as ever. (Summary by Jason Xanthopoulos).
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    7 ore e 44 min
  • Echoes of the War-J. M. Barrie

    Echoes of the War-J. M. Barrie
    Aug 23 2026
    Saki (December 18, 1870 - November 14, 1916) was the clever pen name of British author Hector Hugh Munro. Renowned for his sharp wit and peculiar storytelling, Sakis short stories offer a satirical lens on Edwardian culture. Often likened to literary luminaries such as O. Henry, Dorothy Parker, and influenced by the likes of Noel Coward and Oscar Wilde, Saki is celebrated as a master of the short story form. His first collection, Reginald, was published by Methuen Press in 1904, featuring tales that originally graced the pages of the Westminster Gazette. Through the jaded yet insightful character of Reginald, Saki critiques the absurdities and pretensions of the upper-class society of his time—attitudes that resonate just as strongly today. With timeless humor that captivates audiences nearly a century later, Sakis work remains as delightful and sharp as ever. (Summary by Jason Xanthopoulos).

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    3 ore
  • Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness!-Selma Lagerlöf

    Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness!-Selma Lagerlöf
    Aug 22 2026
    Saki (December 18, 1870 - November 14, 1916) was the clever pen name of British author Hector Hugh Munro. Renowned for his sharp wit and peculiar storytelling, Sakis short stories offer a satirical lens on Edwardian culture. Often likened to literary luminaries such as O. Henry, Dorothy Parker, and influenced by the likes of Noel Coward and Oscar Wilde, Saki is celebrated as a master of the short story form. His first collection, Reginald, was published by Methuen Press in 1904, featuring tales that originally graced the pages of the Westminster Gazette. Through the jaded yet insightful character of Reginald, Saki critiques the absurdities and pretensions of the upper-class society of his time—attitudes that resonate just as strongly today. With timeless humor that captivates audiences nearly a century later, Sakis work remains as delightful and sharp as ever. (Summary by Jason Xanthopoulos).
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    4 ore e 28 min
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