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02-11-2018
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Musaicum Books
Auteur(s)
Saki ; H. H. Munro
The Complete Short Stories
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'The
Complete
Short
Stories'
by
Saki,
the
pen
name
of
H.
H.
Munro,
presents
an
exquisite
collection
that
spans
the
gamut
of
Edwardian
society
wit
and
the
macabre
undercurrents
of
the
human
psyche.
This
anthology
encapsulates
a
variety
of
literary
styles
-
from
satirical
humor
to
unsettling
horror
-
and
serves
as
a
brilliant
reflection
of
the
socio-political
nuances
of
the
early
20th
century.
The
stories,
renowned
for
their
sharp
dialogue
and
unexpected
twists,
are
set
against
a
backdrop
of
an
England
grappling
with
the
onset
of
modernity
and
the
echoes
of
Victorian
morality.
Saki's
narratives
are
deeply
rooted
in
the
cultural
and
historical
contexts
of
his
time,
blending
the
trivial
pursuits
of
the
British
upper
classes
with
the
dark,
often
grotesque
realities
lurking
behind
their
seemingly
idyllic
existence.
As
a
critic
of
social
pretenses
and
a
master
of
the
short
story
form,
Munro's
work
traverses
the
landscape
of
Edwardian
literature
and
contributes
significantly
to
the
genre
of
satirical
fiction.
His
piercing
wit
and
eloquent
disdain
offer
a
compelling
exploration
of
human
behavior
and
societal
norms.
This
complete
collection
is
ideal
for
both
new
readers
and
seasoned
scholars,
offering
a
comprehensive
view
of
Munro's
literary
journey.
Readers
will
find
themselves
captivated
by
the
rich
tapestry
of
stories
that
both
entertain
and
provoke
profound
reflection.
The
anthology
underscores
the
timeless
nature
of
Saki's
work
and
its
relevance
in
contemporary
discourse
on
cultural
and
social dynamics.
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