Reginald and Reginald in Russia, (Paperback)

<p>"Reginald and Reginald in Russia" brings together two of the most celebrated collections of short stories by the master of Edwardian satire, H.H. Munro, better known by his pen name <b>Saki</b>. Through the eyes of the eponymous protagonist, Reginald-a young, witty, and impeccably dressed dandy-the stories offer a sharp and irreverent critique of the social conventions and eccentricities of early 20th-century British high society. Reginald's clever observations and biting remarks provide a window into a world of garden parties, drawing rooms, and cultural posturing, all delivered with Saki's trademark blend of humor and cynicism.</p><p>The collection further expands its scope with the stories found in the latter half, where the dry wit of the English upper class meets the stark, often unpredictable landscapes of Russia. These tales explore themes of social awkwardness, the absurdity of human behavior, and the thin veneer of civilization. Renowned for their precision, irony, and occasional touch of the macabre, these stories demonstrate why Saki remains a definitive voice in the genre of the short story. "Reginald and Reginald in Russia" is an essential read for those who appreciate sophisticated humor and the art of the literary sketch.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Reginald and Reginald in Russia, (Paperback)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025946467
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 226