Put Out More Flags

Put Out More Flags by Evelyn Waugh is a New Ed edition published by Penguin in 2000, featuring 222 pages in English. This novel presents a satirical look at the upper-class rogues, bohemians, dowagers, socialites, bureaucrats, and delinquent evacuees as they navigate the profound changes brought about by the onset of World War II. Set against the backdrop of the “phoney war,” the story explores how these characters adapt to the shifting social landscape, with some stepping up to play a valorous role while others, like the scapegrace Basil Sea, reveal their self-preserving instincts.

Readers will find a blend of humor and seriousness as Waugh delves into the lives of characters familiar from his earlier works, Decline and Fall and Vile Bodies. The narrative follows Basil Sea’s unique contributions to the war effort, showcasing his adventures within the Ministry of Information and Military Security. This edition captures the essence of Waugh’s incisive commentary on the social dynamics of the time, making it a notable entry in the realms of fiction and literary classics.