Herman Wouk
American writer (1915-2019)
Herman Wouk (May 27, 1915 – May 17, 2019) was a Pulitzer Prize winning American writer. He was from New York City, New York. Wouk had written many books including The Caine Mutiny. He won Pulitzer Prize award in 1952.[1]
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Born | The Bronx, New York, U.S. | May 27, 1915
Died | May 17, 2019 Palm Springs, California, U.S. | (aged 103)
Resting place | Beth David Cemetery, Elmont, New York, U.S. |
Occupation | Author |
Education | Townsend Harris High School |
Alma mater | Columbia University |
Period | 1941–2015 |
Notable works |
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Spouse |
Betty Sarah Brown
(m. 1945; died 2011) |
Children | 3 |
Relatives | Victor Wouk (brother) |
Service/branch | ![]() |
Years of service | 1942–1946 |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Battles/wars | |
Website | |
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Wouk was Orthodox Jewish. He was known for his defence of religion, tradition, American patriotism and the Military.
Wouk died in his sleep at his home in Palm Springs, California on May 17, 2019, ten days before his 104th birthday.[2]
References
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changeMedia related to Herman Wouk at Wikimedia Commons Quotations related to Herman Wouk at Wikiquote
- "Books: The Wouk Mutiny", Time Magazine cover story, September 5, 1955 Archived May 21, 2013, at the Wayback Machine
- Columbia 250: Herman Wouk
- Herman Wouk Papers
- Herman Wouk on IMDb