Richard Hooker date of birth:
February 1, 1924
How old was Richard Hooker when died?
73
Where was Richard Hooker born?
Trenton, New Jersey
When did Richard Hooker die?
November 4, 1997
What is Richard Hooker nationality?
American
What is Richard Hooker's occupation?
Author, surgeon
Short Biography
H. Richard Hornberger (February 1, 1924 – November 4, 1997) was an American writer and surgeon who wrote under the pseudonym Richard Hooker. His most famous work was his novel MASH (1968), based on his experiences during the Korean War and written in collaboration with W. C. Heinz. It was later used as the basis for a critically and commercially successful movie (1970) and television series (1972–1983).