“Had he not suffered unscathed the fearful dooms of all the offended gods, of all the histories, fire, brimstone, and yawning earthquakes, plague, and pestilence? Had he not stood, like the Pompeian sentry, while the Citadels of the Plain fell to ruin about his ears?”
Written in the early 19th century, this novel is a fictional account of the decline and fall of the Roman Empire, offering a detailed narrative of the political, social, and cultural changes that led to its downfall. more
British writer known for his satirical and humorous style, with notable works including 'Vile Bodies' and 'Brideshead Revisited'. Waugh is renowned for his profound insights into 20th-century British society and culture. more
“But it is in death where we find sweet things, Mr Ryan.”
“We are thieves of the moment, taking every instance in appreciation of its true value.”
“The apostrophe in Can't was added by someone who did not believe in the power of Can.”