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The Ordeal of Gilbert Pinfold

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Embark on a bizarre journey with “The Ordeal of Gilbert Pinfold” by Evelyn Waugh. Follow Gilbert Pinfold, a renowned author, as he grapples with uncontrollable fantasies aboard a Ceylon-bound liner. His hallucinations intensify, leading to embarrassing encounters. Explore Waugh’s talent in this curious and diverting novel (ISBN: 9780141184500).

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780141184500
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 194 mm
  • No of Pages: 224
  • Series Title: Penguin Modern Classics
  • Weight: 162 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0141184507
  • Publisher Date: 29 Jun 2006
  • Depth: 16
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Width: 131 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg
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Penguin Books Ltd

ISBN

9780141184500

14 reviews for The Ordeal of Gilbert Pinfold

  1. Adarsh Akula

    Not my favorite Waugh. The plot meandered, and I struggled to connect with Pinfold. Some funny moments, though.

  2. Saurish Behl

    Enjoyable, but not Waugh’s strongest work. The hallucinations felt a bit repetitive at times. Worth a read if you like his style.

  3. Samphan Rongchehon

    Waugh’s wit shines through, but Pinfold’s ordeal felt a bit too drawn out. Still, an interesting exploration of mental breakdown.

  4. Sonamsi

    A darkly comic masterpiece! Waugh’s prose is impeccable, and the story is utterly captivating. Highly recommend!

  5. Jay Dattatraya Tilekar

    Absolutely brilliant! Waugh’s satire is spot-on, and Pinfold’s journey is both hilarious and heartbreaking. A must-read.

  6. Sarthak Raj Vats

    I found it a bit slow to start, but once Pinfold’s delusions took hold, I was hooked. A unique and thought-provoking read.

  7. Abhidev Pandey

    A decent read, but not particularly memorable. Some clever moments, but overall, it didn’t leave a lasting impression.

  8. Aryan D. Rout

    Waugh at his best! Witty, satirical, and surprisingly poignant. Pinfold’s descent into madness is both tragic and funny.

  9. Lalitman Singh

    I had mixed feelings. The writing was good, but the story was strange.

  10. Aditya Kr Singh

    A clever and quirky novel! Pinfold’s hallucinations are both hilarious and disturbing. I enjoyed the writing style immensely.

  11. Priya Rai

    Interesting concept, but the execution felt a bit uneven. Pinfold’s character wasn’t particularly likable.

  12. Anmol Soni

    I struggled to get into this book. The characters were unappealing and the plot felt disjointed. Disappointing.

  13. Sachin Shah

    Waugh’s unique style shines in this tale of a man’s unraveling. The humor is dark, and the story compelling.

  14. Yash Jain

    A bizarre and fascinating story. Waugh’s writing is sharp and insightful. I was thoroughly entertained.

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