Robert Ardrey was an American playwright, screenwriter, and science writer known for his influential work in the mid-20th century. He is best remembered for his book 'African Genesis' and his 1966 publication 'The Territorial Imperative', which explores the natural behavior of humans and animals. Ardrey's writings significantly contributed to the understanding of human nature through an evolutionary lens, making him a prominent figure in discussions of anthropology and behavioral science. His diverse background and compelling narratives have left a lasting impact on both literature and science.
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Meaning of the name - Robert
bright fame, shining glory
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Robert Ardrey belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Chicago
Place of Death: Cape Town
Educated At: University of Chicago
Occupation: anthropologist | playwright | screenwriter | writer
Awards Received: Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature | Guggenheim Fellowship
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 16, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for October 16, 2025 |
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| Sun | 22 Libra 58 | 23 Libra 37 | 21 Aquarius 23 |
| Moon | 18 Cancer 37 | 29 Leo 52 | 20 Libra 11 |
| Mercury | 13 Scorpio 41 | 14 Scorpio 28 | 23 Aquarius 12 |
| Venus | 9 Virgo 29 | 3 Libra 33 | 2 Aquarius 9 |
| Mars | 4 Libra 11 | 16 Scorpio 43 | 21 Sagittarius 5 |
| Jupiter | 6 Virgo 38 | 24 Cancer 5 | 11 Virgo 35 |
| Saturn | 6 Aries 2 | 26 Pisces 32 | 7 Aries 28 |
| Uranus | 13 Capricorn 9 | 0 Gemini 49 | 18 Capricorn 54 |
| Neptune | 17 Cancer 7 | 0 Aries 7 | 14 Cancer 48 |
| Pluto | 25 Gemini 46 | 1 Aquarius 21 | 23 Gemini 55 |
| Rahu | 29 Gemini 8 | 16 Pisces 12 | 22 Gemini 56 |
| Ketu | 29 Sagittarius 8 | 16 Virgo 12 | 22 Sagittarius 56 |
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