William Montgomerie

William Montgomerie was a Scottish author and poet whose early life in Glasgow and subsequent travels through Europe significantly shaped his perspective. After his initial schooling, he contributed a natural history column to a Glasgow newspaper, using the earnings to explore Germany and its natural landscapes. He pursued higher education at the University of Glasgow before embarking on a career in education, teaching in various schools and at the Dundee College of Commerce. This foundation in both observation and academia likely informed his distinct literary voice.