The Chronicles of Clovis


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The Chronicles of Clovis brings together a delightful collection of short stories featuring the witty and mischievous Clovis Sangrail, a character reminiscent of Saki's earlier creation, Reginald. Set in the early 20th century, these tales explore the absurdities of Edwardian society through Clovis's sharp observations and playful antics.

In this third collection, Saki showcases his signature humor, blending satire with a keen eye for the quirks of human behavior. Clovis navigates a world filled with eccentric characters and social conventions, often turning the mundane into the extraordinary with his clever schemes and irreverent charm.

Each story offers a glimpse into the life of a young man who is both a product and a critic of his time, making The Chronicles of Clovis a unique exploration of humor and social commentary. With its engaging narrative style and memorable characters, this collection stands out as a testament to Saki's literary prowess.

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Introduction by A.A. Milne 9:07 Gelesen von Alan Davis Drake (1945-2010)
Esme 12:16 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Match-Maker 6:53 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Tobermory 19:51 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Mrs. Packletide's Tiger 10:28 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Stampeding of Lady Bastable 8:39 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Background 9:28 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Hermann the Irascible - A Story of the Great Weep 8:01 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Unrest-Cure 17:09 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Jesting of Arlington Stringham 9:48 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Sredni Vashtar 14:45 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Adrian 10:32 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Chaplet 10:47 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Quest 13:13 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Wratislav 7:54 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Easter Egg 11:42 Gelesen von Graham Redman
Filboid Studge, the Story of a Mouse That Helped 8:49 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Music on the Hill 17:02 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Story of St. Vespaluus 21:59 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Way to the Dairy 17:29 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Peace Offering 13:49 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Peace of Mowsle Barton 19:55 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Talking-Out of Tarrington 7:32 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Hounds of Fate 20:34 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Recessional 11:16 Gelesen von Graham Redman
A Matter of Sentiment 11:06 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Secret Sin of Septimus Brope 21:03 Gelesen von Graham Redman
"Ministers of Grace" 27:19 Gelesen von Graham Redman
The Remoulding of Groby Lington 22:19 Gelesen von Graham Redman

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Hilarious stories, wonderfully read


(5 Sterne)

Saki is one of the funniest writers in English and is sadly overlooked except for a few stories, some of which aren't even his best. "Chronicles of Clovis" is a good place to begin with his fiction. Here all the stories are extremely well-read, distinct, clear, and aware of the humour. If you like these tales, go on to read "Beasts and Super-Beasts," which is recorded with the same high quality of readership. Excellent!

Brilliant


(5 Sterne)

Graham Redmond has the perfect voice for this witty, sarcastic collection of tales. while the humor is often dry and a bit dark, Saki was quite the marvel of funny writing. I fully intend to foist this recording on all of my friends and acquaintances at the soonest possibility.


(5 Sterne)

Supburb reading by Graham, he captures the quintessential Saki. Voice. Some of Sakis best works all in one volume. Fantastically entertaining no matter. How many times you listen.


(5 Sterne)

excellent narrator. enchanting short stories. third time enjoying this collection. sakis wit is one of a kind, and still fresh, after 100+ years


(5 Sterne)

A fantastic reading: well recorded, an excellent voice, and superb variation across the characters. Thank you very much, Graham!

Witty and cruel


(4 Sterne)

Excellent humorous work.

Homophobic


(4.5 Sterne)

Sure Saki might have been gay, but he was not gay enough. We need to judge authors, especially old white ones, by today's standards of weaponized diversity, inclusion and equality. His stories contain no references to gay orgies or ubiquitous Transnormativity. Therefore, he is homophobic. Ban Saki. He is literally Aldolf Hitler

other version with other narrators available also


(5 Sterne)

here in LibriVox: https://archive.org/details/the_chronicles_of_clovis_1605_librivox So there is more choice