Clement Freud
Clement Freud
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Clement Richard Montague Freud was a British politician, writer, and broadcaster who was commonly known as Clement Freud.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: 24 April 1924
Died: 15 April 2009
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Freud was a naturalized British citizen of Austrian-Jewish descent. He was a politician, writer, and broadcaster who held various roles throughout his life.
Early Life and Background
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Clement Freud was born in Vienna, Austria, to a family of modest means. His father, Lucian Freud, was a successful businessman who later became a renowned artist. After the Nazi occupation of Austria, the Freud family fled to London, where Clement grew up. He attended the City of London School and later studied at St John's College, Cambridge.
Major Accomplishments
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Freud served as a Liberal Member of Parliament for the Isle of Ely constituency from 1973 to 1987. He was known for his liberal views and his commitment to social reform. Freud also worked as a writer and broadcaster, appearing on various radio and television programs. He wrote several books, including cookbooks and memoirs.
Notable Works or Actions
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Freud's notable works include:
The Crumpet (1969): A cookbook that celebrates the crumpet, a traditional British food.
Dear Bill (1976): An autobiography in which Freud shares stories from his life.
* A Very English Deceit (1997): A memoir in which Freud reflects on his experiences as a politician and broadcaster.
Impact and Legacy
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Clement Freud's impact on British politics was significant, particularly during his time as a Liberal Member of Parliament. He played a key role in promoting liberal values and social reform. As a writer and broadcaster, Freud entertained and educated audiences through his cookbooks and radio shows.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Clement Freud is widely quoted or remembered for his wit, intelligence, and commitment to social justice. His writings on food, politics, and life offer valuable insights into the human experience. As a respected figure in British public life, Freud's legacy continues to inspire and educate readers today.
In Conclusion
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Clement Freud was a remarkable individual whose contributions to British politics, writing, and broadcasting have left an indelible mark on society. His legacy serves as a reminder of the importance of compassion, intelligence, and humor in shaping our world.
Quotes by Clement Freud
I’ve known Nicholas Parsons for a fairly long time and his geniune pleasures are in rubber tubes, metal clips.
There’s no law that decrees when not to whinge, but you reach a certain age – 80 seems about right – when you’re expected to manifest querulousness – the coffee’s too hot, the boiled egg’s too soft...
If anyone tells me I’m fat, I say, – That’s because every time I make love to your wife, she gives me a biscuit.
If you resolve to give up smoking, drinking and loving, you don’t actually live longer; it just seems longer.
I've known Nicholas Parsons for a fairly long time and his geniune pleasures are in rubber tubes, metal clips
If anyone tells me I'm fat, I say, - That's because every time I make love to your wife, she gives me a biscuit
I was going to talk about Nicholas Parsons' ignorance, but 18 seconds would be a wholly insufficient time.
The depressing thing about an Englishman's traditional love of animals is the dishonesty thereof ... Get a barbed hook into the upper lip of a salmon, drag him endlessly around the water until he loses his strength, pull him to the bank, hit him on the head with a stone, and you may well become fisherman of the year. Shoot.the salmon and you'll never be asked again.
Wine buffs write and talk as though the food and wine will be in your mouth at the same time, that one is there to be poured over the other. This is bullshit. Gustatory enjoyment comes from food and wine and cigars of your liking. So far no one has said that a Monte Cristo is the only cigar to smoke after Armagnac, Romeo and Juliet after Calvados ... but the time may yet come.