C. K. Scott Moncrieff, born Charles Kenneth Scott Moncrieff on December 25, 1889, in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a prominent author and translator best known for his English translation of Marcel Proust's monumental work, "À la recherche du temps perdu" (In Search of Lost Time). He passed away on April 21, 1930, in L’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, France.

Moncrieff's early life was marked by a strong educational background. He attended the prestigious Edinburgh Academy and later studied at the University of Edinburgh, where he developed a keen interest in literature and languages. This foundation would serve him well in his later career, as he became not only a writer but also a critical figure in the translation of foreign literature into English.

Moncrieff's literary career began in earnest during his time in Paris, where he became entwined in the modernist literary movement. His most notable achievement, the translation of Proust's work, was first published in the 1920s and is celebrated for its elegance and fidelity to the original text. Moncrieff's translations have had a lasting impact on how Proust's work is perceived in the English-speaking world, greatly contributing to Proust's international reputation.

In his personal life, Moncrieff was known for his charm and wit, and he developed friendships with several notable literary figures of his time. His experiences during World War I, where he served in the British Army, also influenced his writing. Despite his relatively short life, C. K. Scott Moncrieff's contributions to literature, particularly in the realm of translation, continue to resonate, ensuring his legacy as a significant figure in modern literary history.