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Evelyn Waugh
ISBN 9780141391502
Rs. 798
Penguin Modern Classics
Edmund Campion
Who it's for: Readers interested in biographies, history, and religious conflict
Evelyn Waugh’s biography of Edmund Campion, a sixteenth-century Jesuit martyr, is a captivating tale of courage and conviction. Campion, a brilliant Oxford scholar turned Jesuit priest, embarked on a perilous mission to Protestant England, where he was eventually captured and executed for treason. Waugh masterfully weaves Campion’s story, highlighting his scholarly achievements, European travels, and the intense persecution he faced, making his voice resonate through the ages. Why You Should Read? Offers a vivid portrayal of a historical figure and his era, blending history with narrative flair. Explores themes of faith, sacrifice, and resistance against oppression. Appeals to readers interested in biographies, history, and the complexities of religious conflict. Waugh’s elegant prose and attention to detail bring Campion’s story to life in a compelling way.
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- Biography of Edmund Campion, a Jesuit martyr
- Covers Campion's Oxford scholarship and European travels
- Details his mission to Protestant England and persecution
- Explores themes of faith, sacrifice, and resistance
- Waugh's elegant prose and narrative flair
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Questions about this book
Who was Edmund Campion?
Edmund Campion was a brilliant Oxford scholar who became a Jesuit priest and was executed for treason in Protestant England.
What is the book about?
It is a biography of Campion, covering his scholarly achievements, European travels, and his perilous mission to England that led to his capture and execution.
What themes does the book explore?
The book explores themes of faith, sacrifice, and resistance against oppression, as well as the complexities of religious conflict.
Who is the author?
The author is Evelyn Waugh, known for his elegant prose and narrative skill.
What is the book's style?
It blends history with narrative flair, offering a vivid portrayal of a historical figure and his era.