"Polite Satires" is a collection of works by the author Clifford Bax, which consists of three stories: "The Unknown Hand", "Volcanic Island" and "Square Nails". Each of these satires reflects the author's view of social phenomena and modern problems. With deep humor and skillful jokes, Clifford Bax exposes and criticizes various aspects of life, giving readers the opportunity to look at the world from an ironic point of view. "Unknown Hand", "Volcanic Island" and "Square Nails" are works that will not only entertain with their cleverness, but also leave behind deep reflections on modern society.