Collection: Evelyn Waugh

Shop first editions by Evelyn Waugh (1903-1966), an English novelist whose works are celebrated for their incisive wit and satirical prowess. Highly sought after by collectors, Waugh's novels are remarkable not only for their content but also for their distinctive dust jackets.

Waugh's literary journey commenced with notable publications such as ‘Decline and Fall’, ‘Vile Bodies’ (1930), ‘Black Mischief’, ‘A Handful of Dust’, ‘Scoop’ (1938), and ‘The Loved One’. These works offer a piercing satire of London's fashionable society, the English upper classes, and the young intellectuals of the 1920s, showcasing Waugh's unique narrative style.

A pivotal moment in Waugh's life, his conversion to Catholicism in 1930, profoundly influenced his writing, most notably in ‘Brideshead Revisited’. This novel, the least satirical of his works from these early years, offers a deeper exploration of themes of faith, love, and nostalgia, marking a significant point in Waugh's literary career.

Explore our selection of rare and collectible first editions of Evelyn Waugh's novels at Shapero Rare Books.