Allan Massie
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Summary
Allan Massie was born on October 19, 1938[1], in Singapore[2]. He died on February 3, 2026[3]. He worked as a journalist[4], writer[5], author[6], novelist[7], and historian[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (467 views/month, #7,263 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: October 16, 1938[10]
- Child: Alex Massie[11]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[12]
- Field of work: literary criticism[13], historical prose literature[14], journalism[15], creative and professional writing[16]
- Position held: Booker Prize judge[17]
- Employer: The Scotsman[18], Drumtochty Castle Preparatory School[19]
- Educated at: Trinity College[20], Glenalmond College[21], Drumtochty Castle Preparatory School[22]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature[23], Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres[24], Commander of the Order of the British Empire[25], Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[26]
- Member of: Royal Society of Literature[27]
- Sex or gender: male[28]
- Family name: Massie[29]
- Given name: Allan[30]
- Work location: Singapore[31], Scotland[32]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[33]
- Birth name: Allan Johnstone Massie[34]
- Scandinavian middle family name: Johnstone (surname)[35]
- Social media followers: 1475[36], 1439[37]
Why It Matters
Allan Massie is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[38]
FAQs
Where was Allan Massie born?
Allan Massie's place of birth was Singapore[2].
What did Allan Massie do for work?
Allan Massie worked as a journalist[4], writer[5], author[6], novelist[7], and historian[8].
Where did Allan Massie go to school?
Allan Massie was educated at Trinity College[20], Glenalmond College[21], and Drumtochty Castle Preparatory School[22].
What awards did Allan Massie receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature[23], Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres[24], Commander of the Order of the British Empire[25], and Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[26].