Charles Kenneth Scott Moncrieff
Scottish author and translator of Proust
Born
September 25th, 1889
135 years ago
Died
1930
95 years ago — 41 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Scotland
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An influential Scottish author and translator, played a significant role in bringing French literature to the English-speaking world. Best recognized for the English translation of Marcel Proust's 'À la recherche du temps perdu' (In Search of Lost Time), which showcased his skill in capturing the nuances of Proust's style. In addition to translating major works, contributed to literary journalism and critique, sharing insights on contemporary literature and culture.
Translated Marcel Proust's 'In Search of Lost Time'
Contributed to literary journalism and critique
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