Richard Yates Age, Birthday, Zodiac Sign and Birth Chart

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Richard Yates was an American novelist born on February 3, 1926, and he passed away on November 7, 1992. He is recognized as a prominent figure of mid-20th century 'Age of Anxiety' literature. His debut novel, 'Revolutionary Road,' was a finalist for the National Book Award in 1962. He was often compared to James Joyce for his first collection of short stories, 'Eleven Kinds of Loneliness.' Despite critical acclaim, Yates did not achieve commercial success during his lifetime. His work gained renewed interest posthumously, particularly after a 1999 essay and the 2008 film adaptation of 'Revolutionary Road.'

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Meaning of the name - Richard

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February 3, 1926 Facts

Generation Group

Richard Yates belongs to the GI Generation group.

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Place of Birth: Yonkers

Place of Death: Birmingham

Cause of Death: pulmonary emphysema

Educated At: Avon Old Farms School

Occupation: novelist | journalist | writer | screenwriter

Employers: University of Vermont | Boston University | Columbia University | University of Southern California

Awards Received: Guggenheim Fellowship

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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.