Early Years
Born in London, Simpson studied at Emanuel School before taking a job as a bank clerk. During the Second World War war he served in the Royal Artillery and Intelligence Corps, travelling to Italy, Palestine and Cyprus. Following studies at Birkbeck College for a degree in English Literature from the University of London after the war, Simpson taught English in adult education for almost 20 years.
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