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ⓘ About Paul Scott
Paul Scott Paul Scott was a historical fiction author born in 1920. The London-born author joined the army barely out of his teenage and served his country between 1940 and 1946. Scott spent most of his time in India, which explains why he is knowledgeable about this part of the world. After leaving the army, Scott turned his efforts into writing. He stood out for his detailed descriptions, writing style, and flawless narration. Scott is mostly known for the famous Raj Quartet series. His book, Staying On, won the Booker Prize in 1977, just a few months before he died in 1978. The Jewel in the Crown The Jewel in the Crown is the first book in The Raj Quartet series. Throughout this novel, the author recreates the final days of British rule over India.
All Book Series by Paul Scott
The Making of the Jewel in the Crown
Series opener · book 1 of 5 · published 1983
Behind Paul Scott's Raj Quartet: A Life in Letters: Volume I: The Early Years: 1940-1965
Book 4 of 5 · published 2011
Behind Paul Scott's Raj Quartet: A Life in Letters: Volume II: The Quartet and Beyond: 1966-1978
Latest in the series · book 5 of 5 · published 2011
? Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Paul Scott?
Paul Scott Paul Scott was a historical fiction author born in 1920. The London-born author joined the army barely out of his teenage and served his country between 1940 and 1946. Scott spent most of his time in India, which explains why he is knowledgeable about this part of the world.
Which Paul Scott series should I start with?
The best place to start is The Raj Quartet series, the earliest of Paul Scott's multi-book series: it opens with The Jewel in the Crown (1966) and runs to 4 books across 1966–1975, ending with A Division of the Spoils (1975).
How many books has Paul Scott written?
Paul Scott has 20 books catalogued in this guide, published between 1952 and 2011. 4 of them belong to 1 named series — the largest being The Raj Quartet series with 4 books — and 16 are standalone titles, collections or anthologies.
In what order should Paul Scott's series be read?
Read each series in publication order — the numbered entries in each series follow the year each book first appeared. Paul Scott's series do not depend on one another, so they can be started in any order; by start date they are The Raj Quartet (1966–1975, 4 books).
How are Paul Scott's books organised into series?
This guide splits Paul Scott's 20 books into 1 named series and 16 titles that stand alone or appear only in collections: The Raj Quartet (4 books, 1966–1975).