Black Mischief

By Evelyn Waugh

Book Overview

A hilarious and still timely tale of emerging Africa and declining England (Time), Evelyn Waugh's third novel helped to establish his reputation as a mater satirist.
We are Progress and the New Age. Nothing can stand in our way. When Oxford-educated Emperor Seth succeeds to the throne of the African state of Azania, he has a tough job on his hands. His subjects are ill-informed and unruly, and corruption, double-dealing, and bloodshed are rife. With the aid of Minister of Modernization Basil Seal, Seth plans to introduce his people to the civilized ways of the West--but will it be as simple as that?
Profound hilarity ensues from the issuance of homemade currency, the staging of a Birth Control Gala, the rightful ruler's demise at his own rather long and tiring coronation ceremonies, and a good deal more mischief.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316216755
• ISBN13: 9780316216753
• Release Date: December 2012
• Publisher: Little, Brown Paperbacks
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.4" x 8.2"