John Shults "Jack" Lawson was an American writer born on August 1, 1923, in New York City. He authored children's novels, inspired by stories he shared with his daughters. Lawson's first book, 'You Better Come Home With Me', led to his award-winning second novel, 'The Spring Rider', recognized as an early ghost story for children. His works often reflect a blend of realism and fantastical elements, set against the backdrop of the southern Appalachian Mountains. He also wrote 'If Pigs Could Fly', showcasing his whimsical storytelling style.
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Meaning of the name - John
God is gracious
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John Lawson belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: New York City
Educated At: Phillips Exeter Academy | Harvard University
Occupation: children's writer | novelist | writer
Spouses: Charlotte Lawson
Children: Catherine Lawson | Elizabeth Lawson
Employers: brokerage business in New York City
Awards Received: Boston Globe–Horn Book Award
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 1, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 1, 2025 |
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| Sun | 8 Leo 24 | 9 Leo 42 | 18 Scorpio 17 |
| Moon | 4 Aries 27 | 11 Scorpio 41 | 1 Capricorn 19 |
| Mercury | 19 Leo 22 | 8 Leo 28 | 15 Scorpio 43 |
| Venus | 27 Cancer 34 | 1 Cancer 47 | 4 Sagittarius 22 |
| Mars | 10 Leo 40 | 26 Virgo 44 | 15 Libra 40 |
| Jupiter | 9 Scorpio 45 | 11 Cancer 52 | 26 Scorpio 54 |
| Saturn | 15 Libra 39 | 1 Aries 30 | 26 Libra 38 |
| Uranus | 16 Pisces 57 | 0 Gemini 57 | 13 Pisces 41 |
| Neptune | 17 Leo 32 | 1 Aries 57 | 20 Leo 20 |
| Pluto | 11 Cancer 26 | 2 Aquarius 24 | 12 Cancer 13 |
| Rahu | 13 Virgo 4 | 20 Pisces 13 | 7 Virgo 40 |
| Ketu | 13 Pisces 4 | 20 Virgo 13 | 7 Pisces 40 |
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