Morrie schwartz biography
Morrie schwartz biography!
Morrie Schwartz
American sociologist (1916–1995)
For the Australian publisher and property developer, see Morry Schwartz.
Morrie Schwartz | |
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| Born | Morris S. Schwartz (1916-12-20)December 20, 1916 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | November 4, 1995(1995-11-04) (aged 78) Newton, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Occupation | Professor at Brandeis University |
| Spouse | Charlotte Schwartz |
| Children | Robert and Jonathan Schwartz |
Morris S.
Schwartz (December 20, 1916 – November 4, 1995)[1] was an American professor of sociology at Brandeis University and an author.
Where was morrie schwartz born
He was the subject of the best-selling book Tuesdays with Morrie, written by Mitch Albom, a former student of Schwartz. He was portrayed by Jack Lemmon in the 1999 television film adaptation of the book.
Personal life
Schwartz was the son of Charlie Schwartz, a Russian-Jewish immigrant who emigrated from Russia to escape the army.
Schwartz's mother died when he was eight years old, and his