The genesis of secrecy

Kermode is a surname of Manx origin. Notable people with the surname include: Robert Kermode (1812–1870), Tasmanian politician Josephine Kermode (Cushag, 1852–1937), Manx poet and playwright Philip Moore Callow Kermode (1855–1932), Manx antiquarian and historian Georgina Kermode MIM (1868–1923), suffragette, metallurgist, engineering entrepreneur and holder of numerous patents. Alexander Kermode (1876–1934), Australian cricketer Derwent Kermode (1898–1960), British diplomat Frank Kermode (1919–2010), British literary critic Harry Kermode (1922–2009), Canadian basketball player Jonathan Kermode (fl.