Catherine Cookson Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

Catherine Cookson (1906 - 1998) was a prolific British novelist, regarded as one of the foremost English writers of the 20th century. Her works, which include over seventy titles translated into 18 languages, have sold around 100 million copies, especially during the 1990s. Born in the industrial town of Tyneside, her troubled childhood as an illegitimate child influenced her narratives. Despite limited education and early hardships, Cookson aspired to be a writer from a young age. She was honored with a 'Lady' title, an honorary degree from Newcastle University, and won the Royal Society of Literature award for her series 'The Malan Family'.

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Meaning of the name - Catherine

pure, clear

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January 1, 1906 Facts

Generation Group

Catherine Cookson belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Tyne Dock

Place of Death: Newcastle upon Tyne

Occupation: novelist | writer

Awards Received: Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire

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Astrology Analysis

Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.