Lascelles Abercrombie was a British poet, dramatist, and critic. He served as a Professor of English at the University of Leeds and later at Bedford College, London. His work primarily focused on literary analysis and critique, often delving into the deeper meanings and stylistic nuances within literary texts. His academic contributions significantly shaped the understanding of English literature during his era.
Lascelles Abercrombie (1881-1938) was also known as the "Georgian Laureate." His original verse, largely metaphysical poems in dramatic form, and a number of verse plays were collected in this 1930 volume.