The Loved One by Evelyn Waugh

An Anglo-American Tragedy

The book is a satirical examination of the American funeral industry, set in Los Angeles. It follows the experiences of a young British poet working at a pet cemetery who becomes entangled in the superficial and bizarre practices at a funeral parlor for humans, as well as a love triangle with a cosmetician and her colleague. The narrative delves into themes of cultural clash, the commercialization of death, and the vacuity of the American way of life, all delivered with a sharp, darkly comedic edge.

The 2018th greatest book of all time


Published
1948
Nationality
British
Length
Very Short
Pages
144
Words
30,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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