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C.E. Montague
Hardcover
Literary FiguresLiterary CriticismGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781025539508
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.52
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
C.E. Montague is a comprehensive biography written by Oliver Elton that examines the life and legacy of Charles Edward Montague, one of the most influential British journalists and writers of the early twentieth century. As a lead writer for the Manchester Guardian, Montague was known for his crystalline prose and his moral clarity during some of the most turbulent decades in British history. This volume explores his intellectual development, his significant contributions to political discourse, and his celebrated career as an essayist and novelist.
The work provides a detailed account of Montague's remarkable service during the First World War, where he famously dyed his hair to enlist at an advanced age, an experience that profoundly shaped his later writings. Elton draws upon a wealth of personal correspondence and archival material to paint a vivid picture of a man who balanced a deep love for literature with a fierce commitment to truth in journalism. C.E. Montague serves as both a tribute to a master of the English language and a vital historical record of the cultural and media landscape of the post-Victorian era. It is an essential resource for those interested in the history of the press, literary criticism, and the personal experiences behind Great War literature.
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