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The Square Egg
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781025374451
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 300
Weight: 1.31
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Square Egg is a compelling posthumous collection of sketches, short stories, and plays by the master of Edwardian satire, H. H. Munro, better known by his pen name, Saki. This volume showcases the author's legendary wit, biting social commentary, and unique ability to blend the whimsical with the macabre. The title story, along with several other sketches, reflects Saki's firsthand experiences as a soldier during the Great War, offering a poignant yet characteristically sharp-eyed view of life in the trenches and the resilience of the human spirit under fire.
Beyond the war-themed pieces, the collection includes several plays that highlight Munro's mastery of dialogue and situational irony. Known for his subversive characters and sudden, often dark, narrative shifts, Saki remains one of the most influential figures in the development of the short story. The Square Egg serves as a vital testament to his enduring literary legacy, capturing the essence of an era through a lens that is simultaneously humorous and cynical. This collection is an essential read for admirers of classic British literature and those seeking a profound understanding of the satirical tradition in the early twentieth century.
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