Hubert Priestley

Hubert Priestley was a botanist associated with the University of Oxford, known for his contributions to the field of botany. He was also connected to the literary world through his correspondence with notable authors such as J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. Recently, a rare first edition of Tolkien's 'The Hobbit' was discovered in his family library, underscoring Priestley's connection to literary history.