A Defensive Diamond
Saki
In "A Defensive Diamond," Saki (H.H. Munro) presents a humorous vignette set in a gentleman's club during a dreary October afternoon. The story centers around Treddleford, who seeks solace in a book while trying to avoid the incessant chatter of Amblecope, a loquacious fellow club member.As Treddleford attempts to immerse himself in poetry, Amblecope interrupts with his own anecdotes about sports and personal exploits, revealing his tendency to dominate conversations. Treddleford cleverly deflects Amblecope's attempts at engagement by sharing exaggerated and absurd tales of his own
Duration - 10m.
Author - Saki.
Narrator - Walter Miller.
Published Date - Friday, 26 January 2024.
Copyright - © 1913 Hector Hugh Munro ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
In "A Defensive Diamond," Saki (H.H. Munro) presents a humorous vignette set in a gentleman's club during a dreary October afternoon. The story centers around Treddleford, who seeks solace in a book while trying to avoid the incessant chatter of Amblecope, a loquacious fellow club member.As Treddleford attempts to immerse himself in poetry, Amblecope interrupts with his own anecdotes about sports and personal exploits, revealing his tendency to dominate conversations. Treddleford cleverly deflects Amblecope's attempts at engagement by sharing exaggerated and absurd tales of his own Duration - 10m. Author - Saki. Narrator - Walter Miller. Published Date - Friday, 26 January 2024. Copyright - © 1913 Hector Hugh Munro ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:05
A Defensive Diamond
Duration:00:09:57
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:07