Ronald Knox

London: Chapman and Hall, 1959. A first edition, first printing of Ronald Knox by Evelyn Waugh, published by Chapman and Hall in 1959. A very good book signed and dated by the previous owner in blue ink on the front free end paper, the front board and rear panel in general good condition with some minor pushing to the head and foot of the spine and spotting to the text block. The price clipped wrapper with fading to the spine and minor fading to the front panel, some internal browning, pushing to the top edge, chips to the head and foot of the spine and chips to the front and rear fold knuckles. With associated post card written by Evelyn Waugh to the previous owner, John Thorold, in 1959. Ronald Knox by Evelyn Waugh is a biography of the renowned English Catholic priest, theologian and author. Waugh portrays Knox's fascinating life, from his conversion to Catholicism to his influential role in the Church and literary circles of his time. Through vivid storytelling and insightful analysis, Waugh explores Knox's intellectual contributions, spiritual journey and the challenges he faced in balancing his faith with his literary pursuits. The biography offers a compelling portrait of a complex and influential figure in 20th century Catholicism and literature.