Evelyn Waugh - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	October 28, 1903
Died	April 10, 1966 (age 62)
Birthplace	London, England, United Kingdom
Zodiac Sign	Scorpio - (see also Evelyn Waugh's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Rabbit
Generation	Greatest Generation
Known For	Author of satirical novels such as "Brideshead Revisited," "A Handful of Dust," and "Scoop".

Intro

Evelyn Waugh was an English writer known for his sharp wit, satirical novels, and masterful prose. Regarded as one of the leading English novelists of the 20th century, his works often explore themes of social class, religion, and decline of the British aristocracy.

Early Life & Background

Evelyn Waugh was born into a literary family in London. His father, Arthur Waugh, was a publisher and literary critic. He attended Lancing College and later Hertford College, Oxford, where he developed his distinctive literary style and wit.

Career Highlights

Published his first novel, 'Decline and Fall,' in 1928.
Achieved critical acclaim with 'Vile Bodies' (1930) and 'A Handful of Dust' (1934).
Wrote 'Brideshead Revisited' (1945), widely regarded as his masterpiece.
Served as a war correspondent and participated in military operations during World War II, experiences which influenced his writing.
Authored the 'Sword of Honour' trilogy based on his wartime experiences.

Trivia

Waugh converted to Roman Catholicism in 1930.
Though his name is 'Evelyn,' he is male.
He was a skilled illustrator and artist before focusing on writing.

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