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100 1 _aSaki,
_d1870-1916
245 1 0 _aReginald in Russia, and Other Sketches
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c1999
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 1999-08-01
505 0 _aReginald in Russia -- The reticence of Lady Anne -- The lost Sanjak -- The sex that doesn't shop -- The blood-feud of Toad-Water -- A young Turkish catastrophe -- Judkin of the parcels -- Gabriel-Ernest -- The saint and the goblin -- The soul of Laploshka -- The bag -- The strategist -- Cross currents -- The baker's dozen -- The mouse.
508 _aThis etext was prepared from the 1910 Methuen and Co. edition by Jane Duff; proofed by David Price
520 _a"Reginald in Russia, and Other Sketches" by Saki is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book features the character Reginald, who navigates the quirks and contradictions of society, particularly in relation to his encounters in Russia. Through a mix of humor and sharp social commentary, the stories explore the clash between cultures and the absurdities of human behavior. At the start of the collection, Reginald appears in a Russian Princess's salon, where he observes and critiques the peculiarities of his surroundings, including the decor and the princess's opinions. He engages in witty banter, revealing both his frivolous nature and a keen insight into social injustice. The exchanges between Reginald and the Princess highlight cultural misunderstandings and the inherent contradictions in their worldviews, paving the way for a humorous yet poignant critique of society's norms. The opening portion sets the tone for the subsequent sketches, showcasing Saki's astute satire and entertaining storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEnglish fiction
653 _aShort stories, English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1870
999 _c43981
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