Description
In a world teetering on the brink of societal collapse, a young aristocrat finds himself drawn into a clandestine romance amidst the crumbling remnants of civilization. As old orders dissolve and new, often brutal, hierarchies emerge, he must navigate treacherous landscapes and even more treacherous hearts. This novel explores themes of love, loss, and the enduring human spirit in the face of overwhelming change, questioning what truly remains when everything else is lost. Evelyn Waugh's sharp wit and keen social observation are on full display, offering a darkly humorous yet poignant look at a future that feels disturbingly close.
Available Editions
hardcover
Chapman & Hall
Published Oct 18, 1953
51 pages
ISBN: 9783716013922
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Details
First Published
1953
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Love Among the Ruins: A Romance of the Near Future by Evelyn Waugh.