Christopher Buckley
Born in 1952
Christopher Buckley is an American author known for his satirical novels and essays.
Born in 1952, he graduated from Yale University and worked as a merchant marine before becoming managing editor of Esquire magazine.
Buckley later served as chief speechwriter for Vice President George H.W. Bush.
He has authored numerous bestselling books, including "Thank You for Smoking" and "Boomsday," and has contributed over 60 comic essays to The New Yorker.
Buckley's writing often targets political and social issues with humor and wit.
He has received several awards for his work, including the Thurber Prize for American Humor in 2004.
