Paul Scott

Paul Scott

Paul Scott was born in Southgate, London, England on March 25th, 1920 and passed away at the age of 57 on March 1st, 1978.

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Paul Scott Stats: The highest rated book by Paul Scott on Book Notification is The Jewel in the Crown, the first novel in The Raj Quartet series.

The most read book by Paul Scott on Book Notification is The Jewel in the Crown, the first novel in The Raj Quartet series. The second most read book is The Day of the Scorpion (The Raj Quartet #2).

Below is a complete list of Paul Scott books in publication and chronological order, broken down by series. The most popular series by Paul Scott is The Raj Quartet Series.

List of The Raj Quartet Books in Publication Order

List of Standalone Novels in Publication Order

List of Non-Fiction Books in Publication Order

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Paul Scott

Paul Scott (Paul Mark Scott) was born on March 25th, 1920. Paul passed away March 1st, 1978 at 57 years old. Paul Scott was born in Southgate, London, England.

Paul Scott had written 11 standalone novels, starting with Johnnie Sahib in 1952. The most recently released novel was After the Funeral, which was released in 1979.

Paul Scott also wrote 5 Non-Fiction Books, including The Making of the Jewel in the Crown and My Appointment with the Muse: Essays, 1961-75.

Paul Scott: Awards & Accolades

Scott's book, Staying On won the Booker Prize, Best Fiction Book, in 1977.

Paul Scott: Lists & Other Mentions

  • The Jewel in the Crown was a BBC: 100 Greatest British Novels Selection in 2015.
  • Staying On was a Penguin: 100 Must-Read Classic Books Selection in 2022 and a Ninety-Nine Novels: The Best in English since 1939 Selection in 1984.

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  1. Richard Osman, author of the Thursday Murder Club Series.
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  3. John Grisham, author of the Jake Brigance Series.
  4. Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid's Tale Series.
  5. Anthony Horowitz, author of the Susan Ryeland Series.

Paul Scott: F.A.Q

When was Paul Scott Born?

Paul Scott was born on March 25th, 1920.

When did Paul Scott die?

Paul Scott died on March 1st, 1978 at 57 years old.

Where was Paul Scott Born?

Paul Scott was born in Southgate, London, England.

What book awards has Paul Scott won?

Scott's book, Staying On won the award Booker Prize, Best Fiction Book, in 1977.

What was the first book Paul Scott wrote?

The first book written by Paul Scott was Johnnie Sahib, published in 1952.

What was the most recent book Paul Scott wrote?

His most recently released work was Behind Paul Scott's Raj Quartet: A Life in Letters: Volume II: The Quartet and Beyond: 1966-1978 on March 28th, 2011.

What is the most popular book by Paul Scott?

Based on the number of readers on Book Notification, the most popular Paul Scott book is The Jewel in the Crown. Here are his most popular books:
  1. The Jewel in the Crown (7.63)
  2. The Day of the Scorpion (7.5)
  3. A Division of the Spoils (9)
  4. Staying On (8)

How many books has Paul Scott written?

Paul Scott has written 20 books. 4 books in The Raj Quartet Series, 11 Standalone Novels, 5 Non-Fiction Books.

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