A Handful of Dust
by Evelyn Waugh
A Handful of Dust by Evelyn Waugh holds a well received rating of 3.92 out of 5, based on 17.4K reader ratings. First published in 1934. The book spans 308 pages.
About A Handful of Dust
Laced with cynicism and truth, "A Handful of Dust" satirizes a certain stratum of English life where all the characters have wealth, but lack practically every other credential. Murderously urbane, it depicts the breakup of a marriage in the London gentry, where the errant wife suffers from terminal boredom, and becomes enamoured of a social parasite and professional luncheon-goer.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Evelyn Waugh |
| Published | 1934 |
| Pages | 308 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.92 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,370 |
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What genre is A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is A Handful of Dust worth reading?
Based on 17.4K reader ratings, A Handful of Dust has an average score of 3.92 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust has 308 pages.
Who wrote A Handful of Dust?
A Handful of Dust was written by Evelyn Waugh. It was first published in 1934.
What is the ISBN for A Handful of Dust?
The ISBN-13 for A Handful of Dust is 9780316926060.0.
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