Richard Preston

Date of Birth: August 5, 1954

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Date of Death: *Richard Preston is alive.*

Biography

Richard Preston is an acclaimed American author, best known for his work in the field of medical and scientific journalism. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Preston has made a significant impact through his detailed and often chilling accounts of viral outbreaks and other scientific phenomena. His most famous work, “The Hot Zone,” published in 1994, is a non-fiction thriller about the origins and incidents involving viral hemorrhagic fevers, particularly the Ebola virus, and it has cemented his reputation as a master of narrative non-fiction. Preston is also known for his contributions to The New Yorker, where he has written extensively on a variety of topics, ranging from biological warfare to the natural history of trees. Besides his journalistic and non-fiction work, Preston has ventured into fiction, with novels like “The Cobra Event” and “The Demon in the Freezer,” which explore similar themes of biological threats and scientific discovery. His meticulous research and compelling storytelling have earned him numerous accolades and a devoted readership.

5 Interesting Facts about Richard Preston

1. Richard Preston graduated summa cum laude from Pomona College in Claremont, California, and later earned a Ph.D. in English from Princeton University.

2. He is the brother of Douglas Preston, another renowned author, with whom he has collaborated on several projects.

3. “The Hot Zone” was adapted into a miniseries by National Geographic in 2019, bringing Preston’s gripping tale of the Ebola virus to a new audience.

4. Preston has climbed some of the world’s tallest trees, including redwoods and giant sequoias, for his book “The Wild Trees.”

5. He has received several awards for his work, including the American Institute of Physics Award and the National Magazine Award.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Richard Preston

1. “The earth is mounting an immune response against the human species.”

2. “There is something about intelligent people that is just inherently interesting.”

3. “When you look at the world with knowledge, you see things differently.”

4. “The best way to understand the world is to see it from as many angles as possible.”

5. “We are in a race between education and catastrophe.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Richard Preston’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $5 million.

Children

Richard Preston and his wife Michelle have three children: two daughters, Lila and Helen, and a son, Isaac. His family has often been a source of inspiration and support throughout his writing career.