Tobermory
by Saki | Grades 9-12
"Tobermory" by Saki is a witty and satirical short story that centers around a social gathering where a guest, Cornelius Appin, reveals he has taught a cat named Tobermory to speak. The articulate feline doesn't just communicate; he exposes the hidden secrets and hypocrisies of the people at the party, leading to chaos and discomfort among the attendees. Through Tobermory's revelations, Saki explores themes of social pretensions and the human desire to conceal truth, all wrapped in his characteristic sharp humor and incisive commentary.