Open Window

Considered a master of the short story, Saki was best known for his witty and mischievous stories that satirized the culture and society of Edwardian England. In 'The Open Window,' his best-known vignette, a teenage girl regales the tale of an eerie family tragedy to a high-strung visitor, who receives something of a shock.Proceeds from sale of this title go to Reach Out and Read, an innovative literacy advocacy organization.