The Toys of Peace
Saki
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The Toys of Peace is a delightful collection of short stories by the master of wit, Saki (H.H. Munro). Published posthumously in 1923, this fifth anthology showcases Saki's sharp humor and keen observations of Edwardian society.
In these tales, Saki explores the absurdities of human nature and the complexities of social interactions, often through the lens of childhood innocence and the toys that shape young imaginations. With a blend of irony and satire, he invites listeners to reflect on the contrasts between the playful world of children and the often serious nature of adult life.
Each story is a testament to Saki's unique voice, filled with clever twists and unexpected endings that challenge conventional norms. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to his work, The Toys of Peace offers a refreshing perspective on the interplay of humor and humanity.
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| The Toys of Peace | 14:34 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| Louise | 10:21 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| Tea | 12:14 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| The Disappearance of Crispina Umberleigh | 13:21 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| The Wolves of Cernogratz | 12:26 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| Louis | 12:36 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| The Guests | 10:29 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| The Penance | 16:36 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| The Phantom Luncheon | 11:08 | Gelesen von Graham Redman | |
| A Bread and Butter Miss | 12:56 | Gelesen von Ruth Golding | |
| Bertie's Christmas Eve | 15:52 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Forewarned | 17:16 | Gelesen von voicebynatalie | |
| The Interlopers | 13:19 | Gelesen von Debra | |
| Quail Seed | 16:46 | Gelesen von roeg11 | |
| Canossa | 10:19 | Gelesen von jennycbnyn | |
| The Threat | 12:10 | Gelesen von roeg11 | |
| Excepting Mrs. Pentherby | 15:59 | Gelesen von Martin Geeson | |
| Mark | 12:22 | Gelesen von Chuck Williamson | |
| The Hedgehog | 15:05 | Gelesen von Ruth Golding | |
| The Mappined Life | 12:16 | Gelesen von Martin Geeson | |
| Fate | 13:48 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| The Bull | 12:54 | Gelesen von Bill Mosley | |
| Morlvera | 11:03 | Gelesen von asterix | |
| Shock Tactics | 12:22 | Gelesen von David Richardson | |
| The Seven Cream Jugs | 13:57 | Gelesen von jennycbnyn | |
| The Occasional Garden | 10:03 | Gelesen von Amy Gramour | |
| The Sheep | 14:21 | Gelesen von NoelBadrian | |
| The Oversight | 12:43 | Gelesen von Chuck Williamson | |
| Hyacinth | 12:47 | Gelesen von Andee | |
| The Image of the Lost Soul | 6:25 | Gelesen von NoelBadrian | |
| The Purple of the Balkan Kings | 8:45 | Gelesen von Maggie Smallwood | |
| The Cupboard of the Yesterdays | 9:27 | Gelesen von Kristin G. | |
| For the Duration of the War | 12:42 | Gelesen von NoelBadrian |
Bewertungen
An excellent book
Timothy Ferguson
I like this, not perhaps as much as Beasts and Super Beasts, but it is still well worth the listen.