Herbert Edgar Dougall

Born:

November 27, 1861, Dundee, Scotland

Died:

May 22, 1930, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England

Nationality:

British

Profession(s):

Schoolmaster, Writer, Editor

Early Life and Education

• Educated at Dundee High School.
• Studied at the University of St Andrews, graduating with an MA.
• Later attended Balliol College, Oxford.

Career and Major Achievements

• Served as a master at several schools, including Clifton College and Sherborne School.
• Known for his pedagogical writings and contributions to classical education.
• Collaborated on the editing and publication of several educational texts.
• Among his diverse writings, he is known for works akin to "autobiography of a pencil essays on friendship" – imagined first-person narratives from inanimate objects reflecting on human experience.

Notable Works

• Edited editions of classical texts, including works by Caesar and Virgil.
• Wrote numerous articles and papers on education and classical scholarship.
• Authored various works of fiction and essays, often exploring philosophical themes.

Legacy and Impact

Herbert Edgar Dougall left a legacy as a dedicated educator and a thoughtful writer. His contributions to classical scholarship and pedagogical methods influenced generations of students. While not always directly acknowledged, his narrative style, particularly in his lesser-known fictional works, explored unconventional perspectives, leaving a subtle mark on later literary experimentations.

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