Logan Pearsall Smith

Logan Pearsall Smith was an American-born British essayist and critic.
* He was born in Millville, New Jersey, in 1865.
* He attended Harvard University and Balliol College, Oxford.
* He was known for his aphorisms and epigrams, and was an expert on 17th century divines.
* His Words and Idioms made him an authority on correct English language usage.
* He wrote his autobiography, Unforgotten Years, in 1938.
* He died in London in 1946.
* He is still remembered for his wit and wisdom.
* His work continues to be enjoyed by readers around the world.