Author: Herman Wouk
Publisher: Simon Schuster
Publication Date: January 5, 2016 (first published December 8th 2015)
Edition: ebook (160 pages)
Genres:
- Nonfiction
- Autobiography
- Memoir
Herman Wouk passed away yesterday, May 17, 2019, ten days shy of his one hundred and fourth Birthday. So, to honor him, as perhaps my favorite author of my lifetime, last night I read "Sailor and Fiddler: Reflections of a 100-Year-Old Author." He was not one to boast about his accomplishments, but in this book he writes about his childhood, education, military service, marriage and how he came to write his books. Along the way he sprinkles glimpses into his character and personality that supplements the writing style you see in his books.
Anyone who wishes to know more about this brilliant author would be well served to read this short book. And, if you love great writing and want to learn something of history along the way, I suggest you read Mr. Wouk's excellent historical novels.
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