Decline and Fall

Decline and Fall

by Evelyn Waugh
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Publication Date: 01/01/2024

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Decline and Fall by Evelyn Waugh, published in 1928, is a classic satirical novel that marks Waugh's debut into the literary world.


The story revolves around Paul Pennyfeather, a student at Oxford University who is unjustly expelled and subsequently finds himself teaching at a subpar school in Wales. The novel humorously explores themes of absurdity, social satire, and the peculiarities of British life.


Waugh's sharp wit and keen observation of societal norms make "Decline and Fall" a delightful and insightful read. The novel is filled with eccentric characters and bizarre situations, offering a unique critique of the social and educational systems of the time.


It is a perfect choice for readers who enjoy satire, British humor, and an exploration of the foibles of society.

ISBN:
9798869092748
9798869092748
Category:
Classic fiction
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
01-01-2024
Language:
English
Publisher:
Aude Classics
Evelyn Waugh

Evelyn Waugh was born in Hampstead, London, in 1903. He studied History at Hertford College, Oxford, but left without a degree. After a brief period as a teacher, he published his first book, a biography of the artist Dante Gabriel Rossetti, in 1928. The same year also saw the publication of his first novel, Decline and Fall, which established his reputation.

Further novels, including Vile Bodies (1930), A Handful of Dust (1934) and Brideshead Revisited (1945) were highly acclaimed. Waugh also wrote several travel books and short stories, and was a prolific journalist and book reviewer. Waugh died on Easter Sunday, 1966, at his home in Combe Florey, Somerset.

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