The Lull by Hector Hugh Munro (1906)
A young man's life is disrupted when a woman he has been having an affair with returns to him after being away for several years. He is forced to confront the reality of his situation and the consequences of his actions. The story explores themes of guilt, regret, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Hector Hugh Munro · First published 1906 · Genre: Comedy, Satire, Short Story · 2,142 words
First lines
"I've asked Latimer Springfield to spend Sunday with us and stop the night," announced Mrs. Durmot at the breakfast-table.
"I thought he was in the throes of an election," remarked her husband.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Hector Hugh Munro
- Date: 1906 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Comedy, Satire, Short Story, Domestic Fiction, Political Fiction
- Length: 2,142 words
- Structure: 1 section, 38 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Comedy — The story is filled with humorous situations and witty dialogue, particularly in the interactions between characters and the absurdity of the circumstances.
- Satire — The narrative satirizes political life and social conventions, using exaggeration and irony to critique the behaviors and attitudes of the characters.
- Short Story — The work is a concise narrative focusing on a single incident, characteristic of the short story format.
- Domestic Fiction — The setting and events revolve around domestic life and the interactions within a household, highlighting family dynamics and social etiquette.
Tags
Satire · Dark Comedy · Social Commentary · Critique of Class System · Anti-Hero Protagonist · Morally Ambiguous · Absurdism · Black Humor · Psychological Insight · Character Study · Irony · Sarcasm