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 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| Louise | 10:21 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| Tea | 12:14 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| The Disappearance of Crispina Umberleigh | 13:21 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| The Wolves of Cernogratz | 12:26 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| Louis | 12:36 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| The Guests | 10:29 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| The Penance | 16:36 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| The Phantom Luncheon | 11:08 | Leído por Graham Redman | |
| A Bread and Butter Miss | 12:56 | Leído por Ruth Golding | |
| Bertie's Christmas Eve | 15:52 | Leído por Bill Mosley | |
| Forewarned | 17:16 | Leído por voicebynatalie | |
| The Interlopers | 13:19 | Leído por Debra | |
| Quail Seed | 16:46 | Leído por roeg11 | |
| Canossa | 10:19 | Leído por jennycbnyn | |
| The Threat | 12:10 | Leído por roeg11 | |
| Excepting Mrs. Pentherby | 15:59 | Leído por Martin Geeson | |
| Mark | 12:22 | Leído por Chuck Williamson | |
| The Hedgehog | 15:05 | Leído por Ruth Golding | |
| The Mappined Life | 12:16 | Leído por Martin Geeson | |
| Fate | 13:48 | Leído por Bill Mosley | |
| The Bull | 12:54 | Leído por Bill Mosley | |
| Morlvera | 11:03 | Leído por asterix | |
| Shock Tactics | 12:22 | Leído por David Richardson | |
| The Seven Cream Jugs | 13:57 | Leído por jennycbnyn | |
| The Occasional Garden | 10:03 | Leído por Amy Gramour | |
| The Sheep | 14:21 | Leído por NoelBadrian | |
| The Oversight | 12:43 | Leído por Chuck Williamson | |
| Hyacinth | 12:47 | Leído por Andee | |
| The Image of the Lost Soul | 6:25 | Leído por NoelBadrian | |
| The Purple of the Balkan Kings | 8:45 | Leído por Maggie Smallwood | |
| The Cupboard of the Yesterdays | 9:27 | Leído por Kristin G. | |
| For the Duration of the War | 12:42 | Leído por NoelBadrian |
Reseñas
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.