Auberon Waugh

Date of Birth: November 17, 1939

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: January 16, 2001

Biography

Auberon Alexander Waugh, born on November 17, 1939, was a prominent British author and journalist known for his wit, satirical prowess, and often controversial opinions. The son of famous novelist Evelyn Waugh, Auberon carved out his own niche in the literary world. He was educated at Downside School and later at Christ Church, Oxford. Waugh’s career began with a stint in the National Service, during which he suffered a serious injury, ultimately leading him to focus on writing. Over the years, he contributed to several leading newspapers and magazines, including “The Spectator,” “Private Eye,” and “The Daily Telegraph.” In addition to his journalism, Waugh authored several novels, among them “The Foxglove Saga” and “Who Are the Violets Now?” Notable for his biting humor and scathing social commentary, Waugh became a respected yet polarizing figure in British literary circles. He passed away on January 16, 2001, leaving behind a legacy of incisive critique and literary contributions.

5 Interesting Facts about Auberon Waugh

1. Auberon Waugh was the eldest son of Evelyn Waugh, the acclaimed author of “Brideshead Revisited.”

2. He sustained serious injuries during his National Service in Cyprus, which led to a prolonged hospital stay and a shift towards a writing career.

3. Waugh served as the editor of “The Literary Review” from 1986 to 1995.

4. He was known for his satirical column “Rage,” which appeared in “Private Eye.”

5. In 1997, he founded “The Academy Club,” a private members’ club for writers and journalists.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Auberon Waugh

1. “You can always count on a murderer for a fancy prose style.”

2. “The great advantage of not being in office is that it allows you to think and write freely.”

3. “Journalism is the art of making interesting what is happening, and what is happening is the art of making journalism interesting.”

4. “Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody’s face but their own.”

5. “The journalist’s trade is not to create something new, but to make the old new again.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Auberon Waugh’s highest net worth is not publicly documented in detail, but he was known to be financially comfortable due to his successful writing and editorial career.

Children

Auberon Waugh had four children with his wife, Lady Teresa Waugh (née Onslow). Their children are: 1. Alexander Evelyn Michael Waugh 2. Daisy Louisa Dominica Waugh 3. Nathaniel Thomas Biafra Waugh 4. Sophia Rosalind Virginia Waugh