Extracts of letters by Evelyn Waugh describing life at Oxford, his marriage and divorce in the 1920s. Read by Simon Cadell.
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Evelyn Waugh embarked on his military career with enthusiasm, and managed to maintain his sense of humour despite his disillusionment.
Waugh on Five Fronts
Episode 4: Letters to Nancy Mitford
15 minutes
Evelyn Waugh's friendship with Nancy Mitford lasted over many years, probably because the English Channel kept them apart.
Waugh on Five Fronts
Episode 2: Letters to His Family
15 minutes
Despite his reputation of being a fierce father, Waugh's letters to his children were always witty and loving.
Waugh on Five Fronts
Episode 5: Letters to the Betjemans
15 minutes
Evelyn Waugh tried very hard to woo John Betjeman to the Roman Church, and their correspondence often became extremely heated.