Dirk Cussler (born 1961) is an American author. He is the son of best selling author Clive Cussler and a co-author of several Dirk Pitt adventure novels, as well as being the namesake of the Pitt character.
Dirk Cussler | |
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Born | 1961 (age 62–63) |
Nationality | American |
Education | BS, MBA |
Alma mater | ASU, UC Berkeley |
Occupation | Author |
Known for | Adventure Fiction Writer |
Notable work | Dirk Pitt series |
Relatives | Clive Cussler (father) |
Cussler was born in 1961;[1] he has an MBA from Berkeley.[2]
Cussler worked for many years in finance before assisting his father in writing the latest novels in the Dirk Pitt series.[3] Cussler also plays an integral part in the non-profit foundation National Underwater and Marine Agency, which was founded by his father. Cussler is head of the council of NUMA and is also a member of the NUMA's Board of Trustees.[1]