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Raymond Mortimer
1895–1980
A sharp-eyed British critic and literary editor, he helped shape 20th-century conversations about books and art. He was especially known for elegant, intelligent criticism and for moving with ease through the cultural worlds of London and Paris.
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The Oxford Circus: A Novel of Oxford and Youth
by Hamish Miles, Raymond Mortimer
About the author
Born on April 25, 1895, Raymond Mortimer was a British writer on literature and art who became best known as a critic and literary editor. He wrote under the name Raymond Mortimer and built a reputation for stylish, perceptive essays that connected readers with modern writing and ideas.
Mortimer was closely involved with the literary life of his time, especially in Britain and France. His criticism appeared in major publications, and he was admired for bringing clarity, taste, and curiosity to the books and artists he wrote about.
He also wrote beyond literary criticism, including a well-known history of the Derby Stakes. Mortimer died on January 9, 1980, leaving behind a body of work that reflects the lively intellectual culture of the 20th century.