Ludovic Kennedy
Scottish journalist and author
Born
November 3rd, 1919
106 years ago
Died
2009
16 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Scotland
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Born in 1919, this Scottish journalist and author contributed significantly to literature and journalism. A graduate of Oxford University, he began a career in journalism with the BBC and later wrote for numerous publications, including The Guardian and The Spectator. His notable works include several books that explore criminal justice and historical themes. The author became recognized for a critical approach to issues of justice and politics, particularly in relation to high-profile criminal cases.
Authored 'This Blessed Plot'
Wrote extensively for The Guardian
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