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The Toys of Peace and Other Stories
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ISBN10: 1592241913
ISBN13: 9781592241910
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Oct 11 2024
Pages: 180
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.26 Depth: 9.38
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781592241910
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Oct 11 2024
Pages: 180
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.77 Width: 6.26 Depth: 9.38
Language: English
This collection showcases Saki's signature wit;dark humor;and satirical take on Edwardian society. The title story;The Toys of Peace;humorously critiques the well-meaning but misguided efforts of parents to promote pacifism through peaceful toys. Throughout the collection;Saki masterfully exposes the absurdities of human behavior;often with unexpected twists;offering sharp commentary on social norms and human nature.
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