Richard Bach – American writer of the late 20th century, author of “Jonathan Livingston Seagull” and “Illusions”. His books about freedom, flight, and spiritual growth became cult classics of the 1970s. Bach blended his life as a pilot with philosophical parables, inspiring millions worldwide.
✈️ Worked as a professional pilot and flew in air shows. 📖 “Jonathan Livingston Seagull” was rejected by more than 10 publishers before success. 🌍 The book sold over 40 million copies and was translated into dozens of languages. 💡 Central themes: freedom, individuality, and flight as a metaphor for life. ⚡ Survived a serious plane crash in 2012 and later returned to flying. 🎶 The film adaptation of “Jonathan Livingston Seagull” featured music by Neil Diamond. 📚 In “Illusions”, he created the figure of a “reluctant messiah.” 🕊️ Inspired readers to look for meaning beyond the material world. 😂 Curious: joked he flew planes “for a better view of inspiration.” 😅 Funny fact: as a student, he skipped classes to spend time at the airfield – “far more interesting than school.”