The Ordeal of Gilbert Pinfold (19)

by Evelyn Waugh

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Part of the fabulous new hardback library of 24 Evelyn Waugh books, publishing in chronological order.

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.
  • ISBN10 0141193530
  • ISBN13 9780141193533
  • Publish Date 1 December 2011
  • Publish Status Out of Print
  • Out of Print 30 March 2021
  • Publish Country GB
  • Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
  • Imprint Penguin Classics
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 208
  • Language English