Evelyn Waugh made a significant impact on satire through his incisive examination of British society in the early 20th century. Waugh's novel "Decline and Fall" showcases his skill in ridiculing the British upper class and the educational system through dark humor and absurd situations. The protagonist, Paul Pennyfeather, becomes entangled in a series of bizarre and often humorous events, allowing Waugh to explore themes of corruption, hypocrisy, and the crumbling façade of respectability. In his later work, such as "Brideshead Revisited," Waugh turns his satirical lens towards the decline of the British aristocracy, highlighting the irrelevance and futility of their extravagant lifestyles. By portraying the flaws and failures of society, Waugh forces readers to question the inherent values and structures of their own social order, encouraging them to seek a more authentic way of living.