William Muir
1819–1905 (age 86)
Biography
William Muir, born in 1819, gained renown as a writer whose historical works, particularly on the British Empire in India, combined rigorous scholarship with a passionate sense of moral responsibility. His biography of the Prophet Muhammad and other writings shaped contemporary debates about empire, religion, and reform.
Later years found him reflecting on the relationships between cultures and the duties of those who govern them, and his memorial at Dean Cemetery stands as a testament to a profound intellect committed to justice.