72 years old (Born on June 27, 1952)
Happy Birthday, Douglas Unger! Congrats on another trip around the sun that’s almost as impressive as your Pulitzer Prize-nominated debut novel, "Leaving the Land." Your literary voice has skillfully—and humorously—helped readers leave behind everyday monotony. Just don't attempt an actual escape into farming without proper supervision!From unveiling poetic truths in "Voices from Silence" to crafting compelling tales in "Looking for War," you've kept readers laughing, crying, and flipping pages eagerly. Cheers today for yet another successful chapter! May this birthday bring inspiration brighter than book-signing lines and cake sweeter than critical acclaim—you definitely deserve both. Happy celebrating!