This disquieting, sharply comic novel recounts a period of mental breakdown in the life of Gilbert Pinfold, an established novelist of mature years
An inability to control his fantasies sends Gilbert Pinfold, a well-known author, cruising on a Ceylon-bound liner to recuperate.
Yet, to his horror, the hallucinations increase and life on board becomes very embarrassing.
This curious and diverting novel throws new light on Evelyn Waugh's remarkable talent.
By:
Evelyn Waugh Imprint: Penguin Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 198mm,
Width: 131mm,
Spine: 11mm
Weight: 157g ISBN:9780141184500 ISBN 10: 0141184507 Series:Penguin Modern Classics Pages: 224 Publication Date:17 July 2006 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Evelyn Waugh (1903-1966) English writer, regarded by many as the leading satirical novelist of his day. Waugh wrote sixteen novels. He also published travel books and biographies.