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The Lull

Author Saki

NarratorBarbara Leigh-Hunt

Duration12m

CategoriesAdult Fiction, Humour and Comedy

PublisherCSA Word

VersionUnabridged

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A small-town politician is world-weary, until he meets some unlikely allies, in the form of some animal companions! Saki's brilliant satirical wit is showcased to perfection in this wonderful short story from CSA Word's 'Classic Saki Stories' collection.

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