William Keith Leask

Scottish classicist and biographer (1857–1925)
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Summary

William Keith Leask was born on April 16, 1857[1], in Aberdeen[2]. He died on May 2, 1925[3], in Aberdeen[4]. He worked as a biographer[5] and classical scholar[6].

Key Facts

  • Country of citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland[7]
  • Employer: University of Aberdeen[8]
  • Educated at: Merton College[9], University of Aberdeen[10]
  • Sex or gender: male[11]
  • Given name: William[12]
  • Pseudonym: W. Keith Leask[13]
  • Described by source: Alumni Oxonienses: The Members of the University of Oxford, 1715–1886[14]

FAQs

Where was William Keith Leask born?

William Keith Leask was born in Aberdeen[2].

Where did William Keith Leask die?

William Keith Leask passed away in Aberdeen[4].

What did William Keith Leask do for work?

William Keith Leask worked as a biographer[5] and classical scholar[6].

Where did William Keith Leask go to school?

William Keith Leask was educated at Merton College[9] and University of Aberdeen[10].

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