Best Known For:The book The Devil in the White City
Breakthrough:Published The Devil in the White City, which became a global best-seller and award winner in 2003
10 Quick Facts About Erik Larson
- Full Name: Erik Larson
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Author
- Known For: The book The Devil in the White City
- Date of Birth: January 3, 1954
- Age: 72 years old
- Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Christine Gleason
- Beats: Crime / Public Safety
Erik Larson Age
Erik Larson is about 72 years old as of 2026. Erik Larson was born in 1954.
Popularity
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#10741 Overall #335 in Authors
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Education
His educational background includes studies at University of Pennsylvania and Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.
- University of Pennsylvania
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: History
- Period: 1976
- Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism
- Qualification: Master's degree
- Field of Study: Journalism
- Period: 1978
Career & Work
Erik Larson's career includes news and reporting roles with The Wall Street Journal.
Organization: The Wall Street Journal
Role: Journalist and Author
Period: 1980–Present
Rise to Fame
Erik Larson rose to prominence for his role for the book The Devil in the White City.
Notable Works
Notable media work includes The Devil in the White City and Dead Wake.
- Book: The Devil in the White City (Author, 2003)
- Book: Dead Wake (Author, 2015)
Erik Larson Family & Relationships
Erik Larson is married to Christine Gleason.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Erik Larson
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Author
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 3, 1954
- Age: 72
- Birthday: January 3
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Place of Birth: Brooklyn, New York
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Christine Gleason
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $69,000–$385,000 (Estimated range)
- Net Worth: $170,000–$7,353,000 (Estimated range)
- Source of Income: Professional employment and other applicable income
Online Presence
- Website:https://eriklarsonbooks.com
