Edward St. John Gorey was an American writer and illustrator, born in Chicago on February 22, 1925, and passed away on April 15, 2000. He was known for his unique storytelling and distinctive illustrations, with one of his notable works being 'Unstrung Harp' published in 1953. Gorey's style is characterized by dark humor and Victorian influences, often depicting the whimsical and macabre aspects of life. His creativity has left a lasting legacy in the realms of literature and art.
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Time Zone - America/Chicago (6:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Edward
wealthy guardian, prosperous protector
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Edward Gorey belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Chicago
Place of Death: Hyannis
Cause of Death: heart failure
Educated At: School of the Art Institute of Chicago | Francis W. Parker School | Harvard University
Occupation: puppeteer | costume designer | illustrator | writer
Awards Received: Tony Award for Best Costume Design
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 22, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 22, 2025 |
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| Sun | 3 Pisces 37 | 4 Pisces 22 | 11 Gemini 39 |
| Moon | 29 Aquarius 7 | 27 Sagittarius 5 | 16 Libra 1 |
| Mercury | 24 Aquarius 50 | 15 Pisces 16 | 22 Taurus 58 |
| Venus | 18 Aquarius 27 | 9 Aries 49 | 22 Gemini 14 |
| Mars | 11 Taurus 9 | 17 Cancer 2 | 15 Cancer 5 |
| Jupiter | 14 Capricorn 16 | 11 Gemini 50 | 21 Capricorn 30 |
| Saturn | 14 Scorpio 52 | 19 Pisces 51 | 9 Scorpio 24 |
| Uranus | 20 Pisces 27 | 23 Taurus 30 | 25 Pisces 10 |
| Neptune | 20 Leo 51 | 28 Pisces 40 | 20 Leo 4 |
| Pluto | 11 Cancer 35 | 2 Aquarius 42 | 12 Cancer 16 |
| Rahu | 12 Leo 50 | 28 Pisces 42 | 7 Leo 32 |
| Ketu | 12 Aquarius 50 | 28 Virgo 42 | 7 Aquarius 32 |
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