52 pages 1 hour read

Evelyn Waugh

Brideshead Revisited

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1945

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Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited is praised for its eloquent prose and rich character development, exploring themes of faith, love, and nostalgia. Critics commend its evocative depiction of pre-WWII England. Some find its pacing slow and its religious undertones heavy-handed. Overall, it's a cherished classic with enduring impact on literature.

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Who Should Read Brideshead Revisited?

A reader who enjoys Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh likely appreciates richly detailed narratives, character-driven plots, and themes of nostalgia, faith, and social change. Fans of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby or E.M. Forster's A Passage to India may find similar enjoyment in its exploration of 1920s-1940s British aristocracy and personal relationships.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Classic Fiction
British Literature
Topics
History: World
LGBTQ
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Emotions/Behavior: Nostalgia
Society: Class