Victor John Matthews (29 January 1941 – 28 November 2004) was an Irish-Canadian classical scholar. He is known for his publication of text and commentaries on Panyassis of Halikarnassos (1974) and Antimachus of Colophon (1996). He also wrote several articles on Hellenistic Poetry and Ancient Sport.
Victor J. Matthews | |
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| Born | Victor John Matthews 29 January 1941 Derry, Northern Ireland, UK |
| Died | 28 November 2004 (aged 63) |
| Nationality | Irish-Canadian |
| Known for | publication of text and commentary on Panyassis of Halikarnassos |
| Academic background | |
| Education | Queen's University Belfast, McMaster University |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | Classical studies |
| Institutions | University of Guelph |
Matthews was born in Derry, Northern Ireland and studied at Foyle College, Queen's University Belfast, and McMaster University.[1] He taught at the University of Guelph from 1965 until his death.[2]
References
edit- ^ Matthews, Irene (2005). "Victor John Matthews (1941-2004)". Canadian Classical Bulletin. 11 (8). Retrieved 12 August 2015.
- ^ "In Memoriam". University of Guelph. Archived from the original on 20 April 2005. Retrieved 3 March 2020.