The Chronicles of Clovis is a collection of short stories written by the British author Saki, also known as Hector Hugh Munro. The book was first published in 1911 and is considered to be one of Saki's most popular works. The stories in the collection revolve around the character of Clovis Sangrail, a young man who is known for his wit, charm, and mischievous nature. Clovis is a socialite who enjoys nothing more than causing trouble and stirring up trouble wherever he goes. The book is divided into 15 short stories, each of ...
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The Chronicles of Clovis is a collection of short stories written by the British author Saki, also known as Hector Hugh Munro. The book was first published in 1911 and is considered to be one of Saki's most popular works. The stories in the collection revolve around the character of Clovis Sangrail, a young man who is known for his wit, charm, and mischievous nature. Clovis is a socialite who enjoys nothing more than causing trouble and stirring up trouble wherever he goes. The book is divided into 15 short stories, each of which features Clovis in a different situation. In one story, Clovis pretends to be a psychic in order to trick his friends into believing that he can see the future. In another, he helps a woman get revenge on her cheating husband by concocting a clever scheme. The stories in The Chronicles of Clovis are known for their dark humor, satire, and biting wit. Saki's writing style is often described as dry and sardonic, and his stories are filled with unexpected twists and turns. Overall, The Chronicles of Clovis is a witty and entertaining collection of short stories that will appeal to fans of satire and dark humor. Saki's clever writing and memorable characters make this book a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good laugh.1911. Introduction by A.A. Milne of Winnie the Pooh fame. Saki (pseudonym of H. H. Munro), English author, is best known for his witty, sometimes whimsical, often cynical and bizarre short stories; they are collected in Reginald, The Chronicles of Clovis, Beasts and Super-Beasts, and other volumes. Contents of The Chronicles of Clovis include: Esme, The Match-Maker, Tobermory, Mrs. Packletide's Tiger, The Stampeding of Lady Bastable, The Background, Hermann the Irascible, The Unrest-Cure, The Jesting of Arlington Stringham, Sredni Vashtar, Adrian, The Chaplet, The Quest Wratislav, The Easter Egg, Filboid Studge, The Music on the Hill, The Story of St. Vespaluus, The Way to the Dairy, The Peace Offering, The Peace of Mowsle Barton, The Talking-out of Tarrington, The Hounds of Fate, The Recessional, A Matter of Sentiment, The Secret Sin of Septimus Brope, Ministers of Grace, The Remoulding of Groby Lington, and Robert Stockton. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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Witty, sometimes almost violently so, Saki chose exotic subjects, like talking cats, to highlight the absuridites of Edwardian England. His descriptions, like Oscar Wilde's, cannot fail to delight: from the Baroness in "Esme," "Constance is one of those strapping florid girls that go so well with autumn scenery or Christmas decorations in church." His very short stories don't betray latent fondness for the characters and weaknesses he skewers; they're sharp and unexpected and well worth the read.
