Saki

Witty and insightful tale of a memorable day in the life of a determined child.

On a visit to the zoo, an aunt and her niece discuss to what extent animals are fooled by the illusion of a natural habitat - and soon spot

A witty dinner conversation in which Clovis decides it is time his mother thought about getting married.

Theodoric is not alone in his train compartment and, while not actually afraid of mice.....

A couple apparently run into some ancient forces when they make the move to the country.

John James Abbleway had fallen placidly in love with a placidly lovable English girl after two and a half years of exile. Abbleway obtained leave of absence and added a journey to Fiume to his...

The Baroness gives Elinor Rapsley some advice on dealing with her troublesome garden.

Frankly, Framton Nuttel doubted whether these formal visits on a succession of total strangers would do much towards helping his nerve cure.

Lady Prowche has trouble putting together a guest list that will ensure her house party is argument-free.

In an ego-driven attempt to heal local political divisions, the Baroness and Clovis decide to stage a Greek tragedy.

Crefton Lockyer begins to suspect that all is not right in the seemingly peaceful villiage of Mowsle Barton. One word: Witches!

Octavian Ruttle hunted to death a small tabby cat and withheld his peace overtures till a more hopeful occasion. Two days later he ransacked the best sweet shop in the neighbouring market town for...