Irwin Shaw
Born in 1913
Irwin Shaw was a prolific American writer born in 1913 to Russian Jewish immigrants.
He began his career as a playwright and screenwriter before achieving success as a novelist.
Shaw's experiences during World War II influenced his writing, particularly his first novel, The Young Lions.
He faced blacklisting during the McCarthy era, leading him to live in Europe for 25 years.
Shaw's most famous work, Rich Man, Poor Man, became a bestseller and successful TV miniseries.
He continued writing until his death in 1984, leaving a legacy of novels, plays, and screenplays that sold millions of copies.
