Waugh in Abyssinia
Waugh in Abyssinia by Evelyn Waugh, published by Penguin Books in 1985, presents a unique perspective on the conflict between Italy and Abyssinia in 1935. This edition spans 169 pages and is written in English. Waugh’s account details the political intrigue and complexities surrounding the war, offering insights into the life of a war correspondent navigating a landscape filled with dubious officials and various characters.
Readers will find a blend of biography and historical commentary as Waugh describes the often bizarre experiences of his time in Addis Ababa. The narrative captures the challenges faced by a feudal society amidst the tumult of 20th-century politics. With elements of travel and literary criticism, this work provides a thoughtful exploration of the era’s dynamics, making it a notable addition to discussions on history and biography.
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In 1935 Italy declared war on Abyssinia and Evelyn Waugh was sent to Addis Ababa to cover the conflict. His acerbic account of the intrigue and political machinations leading up to the crisis is coupled with amusing descriptions of the often bizarre and seldom straightforward life of a war correspondent rubbing shoulders with less-than-honest officials, Arab spies, pyjama-wearing radicals and disgruntled journalists. Witty, lucid and penetrating, Evelyn Waugh captures the dilemmas and complexities of a feudal society caught up in twentieth-century politics and confrontation.
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