Montague Summers

English clergyman and author of occult works

Montague Summers - English clergyman and author of occult works
Born

April 10th, 1880
145 years ago

Died

August 10th, 1948
77 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United Kingdom

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An English clergyman and author, contributed to the study of the supernatural, particularly in English literature, with a focus on vampires and the occult. Authored several texts, including 'The Vampire: His Kith and Kin' and 'The History of Dracula'. Offered unique interpretations of traditional folklore and gothic literature. Additionally worked on the translation and critical analysis of various works related to the supernatural, cementing a niche in literary studies in the early 20th century.

Authored 'The Vampire: His Kith and Kin'

Published 'The History of Dracula'

Translated and analyzed works on the occult

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