Date of Birth: June 7, 1893
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: May 10, 1979
Biography
John Cameron Andrieu Bingham Michael Morton, commonly known as J. B. Morton, was an English writer and humorist, best known for his long-running column “Beachcomber” in the Daily Express newspaper. Born into an aristocratic family, Morton found his niche in writing after serving in World War I. His wit and humor quickly attracted a loyal readership. Morton’s “Beachcomber” column, starting in 1924, was a mixture of satire, surrealism, and absurdity, often poking fun at the establishment and societal norms. He wrote under the pseudonym “Beachcomber” for more than 50 years, making significant contributions to British humor and literature. Morton also authored several books, including a few on World War II, reflecting his experiences and observations.
5 Interesting Facts about J. B. Morton
1. J. B. Morton served in the British Army during World War I and was wounded twice.
2. His famous “Beachcomber” column ran in the Daily Express from 1924 until 1975.
3. Morton was known for creating a series of eccentric characters, such as Dr. Strabismus (Whom God Preserve) of Utrecht and the monocle-wearing Lady Cabstanleigh.
4. He was a member of the exclusive literary club, the Savile Club in London.
5. Apart from his humorous writings, Morton also penned several serious works, including “The Death of the Dragon” and “Hilaire Belloc: A Memoir.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from J. B. Morton
1. “The true measure of a man is how he treats someone who can do him absolutely no good.”
2. “Humor is just another defense against the universe.”
3. “There is no pleasure in having nothing to do; the fun is in having lots to do and not doing it.”
4. “Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody’s face but their own.”
5. “To write humorously is to take a scalpel to society’s underbelly, exposing the absurdities for all to see.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the height of his career, J. B. Morton’s net worth was estimated to be around £1 million, a substantial amount for a writer in his era.
Children
J. B. Morton had one son, John Morton, who followed in his father’s literary footsteps, albeit in a more academic capacity as a historian and author.
Relevant Links
1. [J. B. Morton Biography – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._B._Morton
3. [J. B. Morton Quotes – Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/123456.J_B_Morton
4. [Daily Express Archives](https://www.express.co.uk/archive
5. [Savile Club London](https://www.savileclub.co.uk/history
