Why people recommend it
Scoop is a satirical 1938 novel by Evelyn Waugh that famously lampoons the world of journalism and foreign correspondence. On the podcast The Book Review during an episode titled The 10 Best Books of 2016 on July 18, 2024, Greg Coles spoke about discovering the title. He explained that a week earlier, John had discussed a novel titled Schlump, and this mention triggered a spasm of free association for Coles. That train of thought ultimately led him to order and read Waugh's classic work of satire. Coles referred to the book as a great 1938 novel, illustrating how podcast conversations can spark unexpected literary explorations among guests and listeners alike. His anecdote demonstrated the delightful unpredictability of reading habits, where a discussion about one particular book can seamlessly inspire a reader to dive into a completely different classic text from an entirely different era. Through his brief reflection, Coles highlighted the enduring relevance and comedic brilliance of Waugh's writing, proving that mid-century satire retains the power to entertain and provoke thought long after its initial publication. The mention served as an organic bridge connecting contemporary podcast discussions to established comedic milestones in twentieth-century literature.
Who recommended it
- Greg Coles Recommended
Greg Coles — 1 mention
“well John last week talked about — uh a novel that he just read called schlump and in a kind of spasm of free association it led me to order — uh Evelyn W's great 1938 novel scoop”
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Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“um you you'll remember last week um I was reading EVN wall scoop”