Let's make this birthday one to remember.

93 years old (Born on May 11, 1931)

Happy Birthday, Zlatko! Another year wiser and still translating life's mysteries better than anyone else. Your literary translations have bridged worlds, making even the most complex texts feel as smooth as Croatian coffee on a sunny afternoon. Winning that prestigious 1971 award from the Croatian Association of Literary Translators was just proof you're timeless—like your favorite classic novels.

Your essays, memoirs, and letters continue to inspire readers everywhere; clearly you've mastered the art of turning words into magic. May this birthday bring you plenty of laughter, fewer typos (though we doubt you ever had any), and endless inspiration for more brilliant pages ahead!