The Open Window

by Saki

The Open Window: Tone 1 key example

Definition of Tone

The tone of a piece of writing is its general character or attitude, which might be cheerful or depressive, sarcastic or sincere, comical or mournful, praising or critical, and so on. For instance... read full definition
The tone of a piece of writing is its general character or attitude, which might be cheerful or depressive, sarcastic or sincere, comical or mournful, praising or critical... read full definition
The tone of a piece of writing is its general character or attitude, which might be cheerful or depressive, sarcastic or sincere, comical... read full definition
Tone
Explanation and Analysis:

The tone of "The Open Window" is witty and derisive, which emphasizes its satirical nature. Although there is an element of contempt found in this tone, it is mixed with pity; Saki shows some degree of sympathy in his ridicule of Mr. Nuttel and the situation that unfolds.