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Douglas, Norman, 1868-1952

 Person

Biographical Note

Norman Douglas was born George Norman Douglass, in Germany in 1868. Following his family's relocation to England, he eventually served at the British Embassy in St. Petersburg, Russia, from 1894-1896. Throughout his life, he lived in various parts of Europe, including England and Italy, and traveled extensively. He wrote several novels, including South Wind (1917), as well as essays and travel pieces. He died in Capri in 1952.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Norman Douglas Papers

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1974-009
Abstract

The Norman Douglas Papers contains an apparently unpublished handwritten essay (1943), as well as correspondence.

Dates: 1929 - 1953