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This engaging summary presents an analysis of Vile Bodies by Evelyn Waugh, which chronicles the lives of the ‘Bright Young People’, the hedonistic generation of the interwar period. The novel’s protagonists, Adam Fenwick-Symes and Nina Blount, are initially engaged to be married, but when misfortune strikes and Adam finds himself short of funds, they are forced to call off the wedding. Adam desperately searches for more money, with mixed success, leading him to come into contact with a range of colourful characters as the wheel of fortune turns on… Vile Bodies is the second novel published by Evelyn Waugh, and firmly established him as one of the era’s most prominent novelists.
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• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of Vile Bodies by Evelyn Waugh, which chronicles the lives of the ‘Bright Young People’, the hedonistic generation of the interwar period. The novel’s protagonists, Adam Fenwick-Symes and Nina Blount, are initially engaged to be married, but when misfortune strikes and Adam finds himself short of funds, they are forced to call off the wedding. Adam desperately searches for more money, with mixed success, leading him to come into contact with a range of colourful characters as the wheel of fortune turns on… Vile Bodies is the second novel published by Evelyn Waugh, and firmly established him as one of the era’s most prominent novelists.
Find out everything you need to know about Vile Bodies in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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