Clarence Malcolm Lowry, a renowned English novelist, was born on July 28, 1909, in New Brighton, England, to Arthur Lowry, a wealthy Liverpool businessman, and his wife Evelyn. Lowry's formative years were shaped by his education at Cambridge, where he honed his literary skills, and his brief stint as a merchant seaman, which likely influenced his writing style.
Throughout his life, Lowry was married twice, with his first novel, "Ultramarine", published in England, showcasing his unique writing style heavily influenced by the works of Conrad Aiken, a celebrated American poet. However, it was his breakthrough novel, "Under The Volcano" (1984),that cemented his status as a prominent English author. This poignant account of the final day of an alcoholic British ex-Consul to Mexico is a testament to Lowry's masterful storytelling abilities.
Tragically, Lowry's life was cut short due to his struggles with alcoholism. He died in England in 1957, following a drinking binge with his wife Margerie, leaving behind a legacy of thought-provoking literature that continues to captivate readers to this day.
