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Alec Waugh – The 9 best books and matching products

You are looking for the best books by Alec Waugh? Take a look at our selection and find great books by Alec Waugh and other matching products!

Here you will find the best works by Alec Waugh, who is known for the gift to fill words with life.

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The best books and other matching products by Alec Waugh are summarized in this overview.

Everything you need to know about the author Alec Waugh

Alec Waugh, an English novelist, and writer is best known for his works such as “The Loom of Youth,” “Island in the Sun,” and “A Family of Islanders”. His earlier writings, such as “The Loom of Youth,” are largely autobiographical, delving into his experiences at school and in the army, offering a realistic portrayal of the public school and military life. In contrast, later works like “Island in the Sun” and “A Family of Islanders” reflect his passion for travel, with stories set against the backdrop of various exotic locales and exploring the colonial life. While his memoirs and novels are character-driven, featuring complex psychological narratives, his travel writings lean towards being descriptive, emphasizing the landscapes, cultures, and social life. Alec Waugh’s writing style is nuanced, merging humor, irony, and sharp observation, contrasting his brother Evelyn Waugh’s work which is noted for its satire and darker humor. Alec Waugh leaves an enduring impression on readers, making his work approachable, enjoyable, and a reflection of the times he lived in.

Best selling books and matching products by Alec Waugh

A list of bestsellers written by Alec Waugh. Here you will find books and products that were often bought by other users.

Bestseller No. 1
Island in the Sun
  • Used Book in Good Condition
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 792 Pages - 12/20/2012 (Publication Date) - Bloomsbury Reader (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 2
The Loom of Youth
71 Reviews
The Loom of Youth
  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 276 Pages - 03/24/2011 (Publication Date)
Bestseller No. 3
Bangkok;: The story of a city
6 Reviews
Bangkok;: The story of a city
  • Hardcover Book
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 282 Pages - 04/26/1971 (Publication Date) - Little, Brown (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 4
Island in the Sun (A Story of the 1950s Set in the West Indies) By Alec Waugh Hardback 1955
  • Hardcover Book
  • Alec (1898-1981) Waugh (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 439 Pages - 04/27/2024 (Publication Date) - New York : Farrar, Straus and Cudahy (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 5
The Complete Works, Novels, Plays, Stories, Ideas, and Writings of Alec Waugh
  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Alec, Waugh (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 1462 Pages - 12/22/2023 (Publication Date) - ICTS (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 6
The early years of Alec Waugh
  • Hardcover Book
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 312 Pages - 04/26/1963 (Publication Date) - Farrar, Straus (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 7
Hot Countries: A Travel Book
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 260 Pages - 08/14/2013 (Publication Date) - Bloomsbury Reader (Publisher)
SaleBestseller No. 8
Rare Alec Waugh ISLAND IN THE SUN 1955 Farrar, Straus and Cudahy, NY Early Book Club [Hardcover] Alec Waugh
  • Hardcover Book
  • Alec Waugh (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 01/01/1955 (Publication Date) - Generic (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 9
Island in the Sun (Bloomsbury Reader)
  • Amazon Kindle Edition
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 759 Pages - 09/28/2011 (Publication Date) - Bloomsbury Reader (Publisher)
Bestseller No. 10
A Family of Islands: A History of the West Indies from 1492 to 1898, With an Epilogue Sketching Events from the Spanish-American War to the 1960's
  • Hardcover Book
  • Alec Waugh (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 04/26/1964 (Publication Date) - Doubleday & Company (Publisher)

Our comparison winner:

Winner in comparison
Island in the Sun
  • Used Book in Good Condition
  • Waugh, Alec (Author)
  • English (Publication Language)
  • 792 Pages - 12/20/2012 (Publication Date) - Bloomsbury Reader (Publisher)

Current offers for works by Alec Waugh

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SaleBestseller No. 1
Island in the Sun (A Story of the 1950s Set in the West Indies) By Alec Waugh Hardback 1955
Island in the Sun (A Story of the 1950s Set in the West Indies) By Alec Waugh Hardback 1955
Hardcover Book; Alec (1898-1981) Waugh (Author); English (Publication Language)
$10.00 −34% $6.57
SaleBestseller No. 2
Rare Alec Waugh ISLAND IN THE SUN 1955 Farrar, Straus and Cudahy, NY Early Book Club [Hardcover] Alec Waugh
Rare Alec Waugh ISLAND IN THE SUN 1955 Farrar, Straus and Cudahy, NY Early Book Club [Hardcover] Alec Waugh
Hardcover Book; Alec Waugh (Author); English (Publication Language); 01/01/1955 (Publication Date) - Generic (Publisher)
$24.99 −24% $18.93
SaleBestseller No. 3
Love and the Caribbean: Tales, characters and scenes of the West Indies (The Armchair traveller series)
Love and the Caribbean: Tales, characters and scenes of the West Indies (The Armchair traveller series)
Waugh, Alec (Author); English (Publication Language); 310 Pages - 04/26/1991 (Publication Date) - Paragon House (Publisher)
$12.95 −41% $7.70
SaleBestseller No. 4
HOT COUNTRIES (Woodcuts by Lynd Ward)
HOT COUNTRIES (Woodcuts by Lynd Ward)
Hardcover Book; Waugh, Alec (Author); English (Publication Language); 304 Pages - 04/27/2024 (Publication Date) - Literary Guild (Publisher)
$10.00 −25% $7.49
SaleBestseller No. 5
Where the Clocks Chime Twice
Where the Clocks Chime Twice
Used Book in Good Condition; Waugh, Alec (Author); English (Publication Language); 354 Pages - 11/15/2012 (Publication Date) - Bloomsbury Reader (Publisher)
$17.99 −34% $11.95 Amazon Prime

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