Alec Waugh

1898–1981 (age 83)

Biography

Alec Waugh chronicled human follies and friendships across continents, his novels and travel writing revealing a tender eye for flawed but noble characters.

He treasured the calm conversation of friends and family, insisting that loyalty and an open mind were the truest measures of a life well lived.

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