Saki

[Bysshe]

It's surprising that there aren't any posts on this board. Maybe it's because it's titled "H. H. Munro", instead of the more familiar "Saki".

So are there any other Saki fans out there?

[Ben G]

Hello Byshhe, well, I am for what its worth. I think his stories are exquisite. I always thought his style was that of a darker and more vicious Wilde, with the humanity turned down and the misanthropic and macabre turned up. I've only read a "Best of" short story compliation, but thoroughly enjoyed it.

I've always seen Saki/Munro as a prime example of someone who I love the writing of while despising their politics too...

[Simmler]

Has anyone else noticed that the photograph of 'Munro' on the Penguin paperback and on numerous other web articles (broad brimmed hat, languourous stare) isn't him at all? Not even remotely like him - it's the artist and Bloomsbury Group acolyte, Adrian Allinson.

And Ben G, who cares about your priggish, modish, bien pensant politics?

[Simmler]

Has anyone else noticed that the photograph of 'Munro' on the Penguin paperback and on numerous other web articles (broad brimmed hat, languorous stare) isn't him at all? Not even remotely like him - it's the artist and Bloomsbury Group acolyte, Adrian Allinson.

And Ben G, who cares about your priggish, modish, bien pensant politics?

(Apologies to entirely innocent and perspicacious Bysshe)

[CaraIsil]

To Bysshe: I think the problem with Saki is that he is not well-known...I happen to love his writing...It's perfectly creepy, while still fun to read. The one-word surprise endings are my favorites, like in "The Interlopers". GREAT ending.

To Ben G: If you haven't read "The Un-rest Cure", it is a perfect example of the anti-Semitism that some experts say he was known for. Also, a good example of his misogynism is "Esme"-his distaste for childless women shines through and through, stemming from the loathing he harbored for his aunts.

To Simmle: I could not believe my eyes when I read your post. EVERYONE is entitled to their opinion, but there is some common courtesy to other users that is net-wide. I simply don't see the necessity for the comment you directed at Ben G. As a high school student, even I have respect for other users, no matter what website or forum I am posting on. Have some respect!

[ama_li]

I love Saki's work. At present I'm translation some of his short stories into my mother toungue. I have already finished THE BOAR PIg and MOLVERA

[Silas Thorne]

I also love Saki. Shredni Vashtar is my favorite! It makes me chuckle to myself everytime I read the last few lines.

[Pi Numbers]

Originally Posted by Simmler

Has anyone else noticed that the photograph of 'Munro' on the Penguin paperback and on numerous other web articles (broad brimmed hat, languorous stare) isn't him at all? Not even remotely like him - it's the artist and Bloomsbury Group acolyte, Adrian Allinson.

You are right - it is Allinson. Thank you for clarifying this. For years I lived under the impression that it was Saki - I am glad you have clarified that for me.
In return, here is a link to his home, the original house where he lived in Barnstaple, probably what Conradin's house (Sredni Vashtar) would have looked like, in his mind. Thanks again!

http://www.dezrez.com/Drapp/Search.A...ID=72&eaid=631