# The Ordeal of Gilbert Pinfold

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- Authors: [Evelyn Waugh](https://www.bookquiver.com/evelyn-waugh)
- Language: en_GB
- Published: 2004-09-02

## Description

An inability to control his fantasies sends Gilbert Pinfold, a well-known author, cruising on a Ceylon-bound liner to recuperate. Yet, to his horror, the hallucinations increase and life on board becomes very embarrassing. This curious and diverting novel throws new light on Evelyn Waugh's remarkable talent.

## Editions

### The Ordeal of Gilbert Pinfold

- Publisher: penguin_classics
- ISBN: 978-01-4118-450-0
- Pages: 208
- Published: 2018-07-26
- Language: en_GB

### The Ordeal Of Gilbert Pinfold

- Publisher: canongate
- ISBN: 978-19-0837-702-9
- Pages: 1
- Published: 2004-09-02
- Language: en_GB