Unlock the more straightforward side of Scoop with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Scoop by Evelyn Waugh, which chronicles the misadventures of William Boot, a blundering but well-meaning journalist who is roped into becoming a foreign correspondent after being mistaken for a distant cousin. During his time abroad, he proves to be entirely unsuited for the position, but nevertheless manages to uncover the titular 'scoop' through sheer force of luck in a narrative that unrelentingly satirises the role of news in modern life and the sensationalist tactics employed by the journalists of the era. Evelyn Waugh was one of the foremost English authors of the interwar period, and is chiefly remembered for his ruthless wit and irreverent satire. Scoop was his fifth novel.Find out everything you need to know about Scoop in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:* A complete plot summary* Character studies* Key themes and symbols* Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
| ISBN: | 9782808015592 |
| Publication date: | 28th March 2019 |
| Author: | Summaries, Bright |
| Publisher: | BrightSummaries.com |
| Format: | Ebook (Epub) |