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The Lumber-Room, one of the most important works by Saki now in an epub3 AudioeBook version based on LibriVox audio and Project Gutenberg texts. Proudly brought to you for free by ReadBeyond

"Con una suerte de pudor, Saki da un tono de trivialidad a relatos cuya íntima trama es amarga y cruel" Jorge Luis Borges Un rey maquiavélico que descubre una fórmula para quitarse de encima a las sufragistas, un metodo practico de enseñanza de historia un tanto particular, un sablista que encuentra la horma de su zapato, una socialista de clase alta que contrata a un especialista en tortillas bizantinas y una hiena menos amaestrada de lo esperado son algunos de los protagonistas de los cuentos impertinentes, mordaces, macabros, sutiles y desternillantes de Hector Hugh Munro, Saki, que se recogen en este volumen. El estilo acido y punzante del autor, que admiraria e inspiraria a creadores como P. G. Wodehouse, Jorge Luis Borges, Graham Greene o Tom Sharpe, impregna estas paginas, en las que Saki nos ofrece una afilada diseccion de los convencionalismos de la sociedad eduardiana que le toco vivir y cuyos delirios, desatinos y vicios supo destapar gracias a una lucida e ironica inversion del orden natural de las cosas, en muchas ocasiones con toques magicos o fantasticos. Al igual que Wilde y Wodehouse, Saki se movia como pez en el agua por los clubes y las casas de campo de la clase alta, cuyos disparates e hipocresias dejaba al descubierto con un ingenio afiladisimo _ha escrito sobre el Patrick McGrath_. Es un placer descubrir a un escritor con una concepcion de la humanidad imbuida de un pesimismo tan sombrio como el de Swift, Celine, Bernhard o Kingsley Amis.

Sakis (a.k.a Hector Hugh Munro) unique brand of humor has resonated with readers for over a century. Both macabre and also at times vicious, his writing nonetheless manages to perfectly capture the trivial absurdities of the Edwardian era in England.His subjects are almost always louche members of the upper classes - in particular his perfectly observed anti-heroes such as Clovis and Reginald - who wouldnt feel out of place in the world of P.G Wodehouses Bertie Wooster.The fatal flaw of hypocrisy receives particular attention in Sakis world, with vengeful justice often meted out in the most unlikely and unexpected fashion by birds, beasts and children alike.This collection contains both novels by Saki, all of his short story collections, and also his individual short stories the were published outside collections - in total 145 separate works.

Sakis (a.k.a Hector Hugh Munro) unique brand of humor has resonated with readers for over a century. Both macabre and also at times vicious, his writing nonetheless manages to perfectly capture the trivial absurdities of the Edwardian era in England.His subjects are almost always louche members of the upper classes - in particular his perfectly observed anti-heroes such as Clovis and Reginald - who wouldnt feel out of place in the world of P.G Wodehouses Bertie Wooster.The fatal flaw of hypocrisy receives particular attention in Sakis world, with vengeful justice often meted out in the most unlikely and unexpected fashion by birds, beasts and children alike.This collection contains both novels by Saki, all of his short story collections, and also his individual short stories the were published outside collections - in total 145 separate works.

Sakis (a.k.a Hector Hugh Munro) unique brand of humor has resonated with readers for over a century. Both macabre and also at times vicious, his writing nonetheless manages to perfectly capture the trivial absurdities of the Edwardian era in England.His subjects are almost always louche members of the upper classes - in particular his perfectly observed anti-heroes such as Clovis and Reginald - who wouldnt feel out of place in the world of P.G Wodehouses Bertie Wooster.The fatal flaw of hypocrisy receives particular attention in Sakis world, with vengeful justice often meted out in the most unlikely and unexpected fashion by birds, beasts and children alike.This collection contains both novels by Saki, all of his short story collections, and also his individual short stories the were published outside collections - in total 145 separate works.

Sakis (a.k.a Hector Hugh Munro) unique brand of humor has resonated with readers for over a century. Both macabre and also at times vicious, his writing nonetheless manages to perfectly capture the trivial absurdities of the Edwardian era in England.His subjects are almost always louche members of the upper classes - in particular his perfectly observed anti-heroes such as Clovis and Reginald - who wouldnt feel out of place in the world of P.G Wodehouses Bertie Wooster.The fatal flaw of hypocrisy receives particular attention in Sakis world, with vengeful justice often meted out in the most unlikely and unexpected fashion by birds, beasts and children alike.This collection contains both novels by Saki, all of his short story collections, and also his individual short stories the were published outside collections - in total 145 separate works.

Sakis (a.k.a Hector Hugh Munro) unique brand of humor has resonated with readers for over a century. Both macabre and also at times vicious, his writing nonetheless manages to perfectly capture the trivial absurdities of the Edwardian era in England.His subjects are almost always louche members of the upper classes - in particular his perfectly observed anti-heroes such as Clovis and Reginald - who wouldnt feel out of place in the world of P.G Wodehouses Bertie Wooster.The fatal flaw of hypocrisy receives particular attention in Sakis world, with vengeful justice often meted out in the most unlikely and unexpected fashion by birds, beasts and children alike.This collection contains both novels by Saki, all of his short story collections, and also his individual short stories the were published outside collections - in total 145 separate works.

Tres cuentos crueles y geniales: "Tobermory", el gato inteligente y hablador, demasiado inteligente y demasiado hablador para los inteligentes y habladores humanos; "El contador de cuentos", para acabar de una vez con los niños molestos… y con los niños buenos; y "Los intrusos", donde Saki demuestra que el odio nunca redime, solo destruye.

Saki es el nombre de pluma de H. H. Munro (1870-1916), escritor escocés, cuentista, novelista y dramaturgo, pero sobre todo maestro en el arte de escribir relatos breves. Su sentido del humor, cáustico e ironico, era muy apreciado por Jorge Luis Borges, quien lo situa al lado de Kipling y Thackeray.

When William Came offers a compelling exploration of alternate history through the lens of satirical fiction. This anthology, thoughtful in its curatorial breadth, encapsulates the tensions and idiosyncrasies of early 20th-century society through a tapestry of stories that are both provocative and reflective. Rich in style and substance, the collection navigates themes of nationalism, identity, and societal pretense, inviting readers to contemplate the precarious balance between historical narrative and speculative imagination. Each story, while distinct in its voice, contributes to a cohesive dialogue that questions and critiques the socio-political landscapes of its time, igniting both humor and introspection. The inclusion of works by Saki, known for his incisive wit and keen societal observations, adds a layer of depth and nuance to the anthologys thematic diversity. The authors, drawn from a milieu of varied cultural backgrounds, collectively represent a narrative fabric that is firmly rooted in the Edwardian literary milieu yet speaks to timeless human experiences. This convergence of voices within the anthology not only amplifies the literary movements of its era but also enriches the readers sensory and intellectual engagement through its interplay of allegory and realism. Aptly assembled, When William Came is a recommended read for those yearning to traverse the profound interplay of history and speculative art. The anthologys multiplicity of perspectives provides an exceptional lens through which to examine early 20th-century societal underpinnings. As readers turn each page, they are invited to engage in the broader dialogue between the authors and themes, fostering an enlightening exploration of historical contingency, societal dynamics, and human folly within a singularly powerful literary volume.

Castigado por su inflexible tía a no formar parte de una excursión a la playa, el pequeño Nicholas, gracias a sus recursos, descubrirá que hay formas de entretenimiento a veces más placenteras. Merced a su imaginación y a cierta capacidad para eludir a su vigilante tía, el niño se adentra en un apasionante territorio inexplorado lleno de fantasía.