Arthur Crook
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Arthur Crook | |
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| Born | 16 February 1912 |
| Died | 15 July 2005 (aged 93) |
| Occupation | Newspaper editor |
| Known for | Editor of the Times Literary Supplement (1959–74) |
Arthur Charles William Crook (16 February 1912 – 15 July 2005) was an English writer and former editor of the Times Literary Supplement.[1]
Crook was educated at Holloway County Grammar School and did not attend university.[2] He began his career in newspapers as a messenger boy on The Times.[3] He crossed from The Times to become a clerck on the Supplement in 1930 and quickly became a contributor to the "Books to Come" section.[4]
Personal life
[edit | edit source]Crook enjoyed travelling, even in his later years. He was a member of the Garrick Club.[5]
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