W. K. C. Guthrie | |
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| Born | William Keith Chambers Guthrie 1 August 1906 London, England |
| Died | 17 May 1981 (aged 74) Cambridge, England |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Alma mater | Trinity College, Cambridge |
| Occupation | Classical scholar |
| Notable work | A History of Greek Philosophy (1962–1981) |
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| Spouse |
Adele Marion Ogilvy (m. 1933) |
| Military career | |
| Service | British Army |
| Years of service | 1941–1945 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | Intelligence Corps |
| Battles / wars | Second World War |
William Keith Chambers Guthrie FBA (1 August 1906 – 17 May 1981) was a Scottish classical scholar, best known for his History of Greek Philosophy, published in six volumes between 1962 and his death. He served as Laurence Professor of Ancient Philosophy at the University of Cambridge from 1952 to 1973 and as master of Downing College, Cambridge from 1957 to 1972.