Expelled from Oxford for indecent behavior, Paul Pennyfeather unexpectedly lands a job as a schoolmaster at Llanabba Castle, where he encounters a quirky cast of characters, including the doubtful Prendy and the perpetually inebriated Captain Grimes. As Sports Day approaches, chaos ensues with the arrival of the alluring Margot Beste-Chetwynde, leaving no one—especially Paul—unscathed. Evelyn Waugh’s debut novel, Decline and Fall, humorously captures the absurdity of 1920s high society through the eyes of an innocent abroad.

Why You Should Read?

• A satirical take on the decadence and absurdity of 1920s high society.
• Witty and engaging characters that bring humor and charm to the story.
• A clever title inspired by Edward Gibbon’s Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire.
• Perfect for readers who enjoy classic comedies and social satire.