Robert Sheckley was an American science fiction author, novelist, and screenwriter, born on July 16, 1928, in New York. He became known for his contributions to the genre, particularly in the realm of speculative fiction characterized by wit and irony. Throughout his career, Sheckley penned numerous short stories, novels, and screenplay adaptations, influencing many writers in the science fiction community. He passed away on December 9, 2005, in Poughkeepsie, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of literature.
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Meaning of the name - Robert
bright fame, shining glory
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Robert Sheckley belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Maplewood
Place of Death: Poughkeepsie
Educated At: Columbia High School | New York University
Occupation: science fiction writer | novelist | writer | screenwriter
Spouses: Ziva Kwitney
Children: Alisa Kwitney
Awards Received: Author Emeritus
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on July 16, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for July 16, 2025 |
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| Sun | 23 Cancer 52 | 24 Cancer 25 | 28 Libra 3 |
| Moon | 17 Cancer 21 | 7 Aries 7 | 26 Capricorn 5 |
| Mercury | 4 Cancer 49 | 15 Leo 29 | 3 Scorpio 58 |
| Venus | 28 Cancer 3 | 13 Gemini 28 | 27 Scorpio 33 |
| Mars | 14 Taurus 22 | 17 Virgo 1 | 6 Cancer 20 |
| Jupiter | 7 Taurus 17 | 8 Cancer 22 | 6 Taurus 16 |
| Saturn | 13 Sagittarius 41 | 1 Aries 48 | 16 Sagittarius 7 |
| Uranus | 7 Aries 23 | 0 Gemini 25 | 4 Aries 30 |
| Neptune | 27 Leo 38 | 2 Aries 7 | 0 Virgo 53 |
| Pluto | 16 Cancer 53 | 2 Aquarius 46 | 18 Cancer 23 |
| Rahu | 7 Gemini 10 | 21 Pisces 4 | 2 Gemini 2 |
| Ketu | 7 Sagittarius 10 | 21 Virgo 4 | 2 Sagittarius 2 |
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