Saki’s career was cut short by World War I. Despite being over the official age to enlist, he joined the front lines and was killed by a sniper in 1916. His final recorded words were famously, "Put that bloody cigarette out!". His influence persists today, seen in the works of writers like Roald Dahl and Graham Greene, who admired his ability to pack complex social commentary into a few pages. "Saki" Review - LiveJournal
: A collection that highlights his frequent use of animals—from hyenas to housecats—to expose human follies. 5. Legacy and Death Saki’s career was cut short by World War I
Munro's upbringing heavily influenced his cynical view of authority. Saki’s career was cut short by World War I