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A. T. (Augustus Theodore) Bartholomew
1882–1933
A lifelong Cambridge librarian with a deep love of books, he moved easily among writers and scholars and helped shape the literary record behind the scenes. He is especially remembered for his bibliographic work and for co-editing the writings of Samuel Butler.
1 Audiobook
The Samuel Butler Collection at Saint John's College, Cambridge A Catalogue and a Commentary
by Henry Festing Jones, A. T. (Augustus Theodore) Bartholomew
About the author
Augustus Theodore "Theo" Bartholomew was born on August 26, 1882, and spent his working life at Cambridge University Library, where he served from 1900 until his death on March 14, 1933. Known as a librarian and bibliographer, he built a reputation for careful scholarship and for his close connection to the world of books.
He was part of a lively literary circle and maintained friendships with figures including Siegfried Sassoon, Forrest Reid, and Charles Sayle. Alongside Henry Festing Jones, he also edited the works of Samuel Butler, a project that helped preserve and organize Butler's legacy for later readers.
For readers coming to his name through older books and reference works, Bartholomew stands out as one of those quiet but important literary figures whose work supported authors, archives, and literary history alike.