Harold Matson
Literary agent
About Harold Matson
Lived 1898 – 1988 (aged 89). Harold Matson was an American literary agent.
Harold Matson (February 26, 1898 – January 5, 1988 ) was an American literary agent and founder of the Harold Matson Company. His clients included Evelyn Waugh, C. S. Forester, Arthur Koestler, Malcolm Lowry, William Saroyan,
Early life Matson was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan and grew up in San Francisco.
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Who was Harold Matson?
literary agent (1898–1988)
When was Harold Matson born?
Harold Matson was born on 26 February 1898 in Grand Rapids.
When did Harold Matson die?
Harold Matson died on 5 January 1988 in Montauk.
What was Harold Matson's occupation?
Harold Matson was a literary agent.
What nationality was Harold Matson?
Harold Matson was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harold Matson. https://biography.guide/harold-matson-literary-agent/
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