Happy birthday! Herman Wouk turns 110 today
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‘The Winds of War’ author Herman Wouk is celebrating his 110th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed authors of his generation.
Popular author Herman Wouk has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 110th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Wouk, a cultural icon
Born in New York on May 27, 1915, Herman Wouk's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Wouk's not just a great author, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Herman hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Herman Wouk as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 110.
Happy Birthday, Herman, you're the best!
Herman Wouk career in pictures
The Winds of War (1971)
The Caine Mutiny (1951)
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