Edgar Rice Burroughs
American writer (1875–1950)
1875 — 1950
Quick Facts
Profession
American writer (1875–1950)
Born
September 1, 1875
Died
1950 (age ~75)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
screenwriter, writer, children's writer
United StatesBorn in ChicagoDied in Encino
1875
Born in Chicago (1875-09-01)
1950
Died in Encino
About
Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American writer, recognized for his prolific output in the adventure, science fiction, and fantasy genres. Best known for creating the characters Tarzan and John Carter, he also wrote the Pellucidar series, the Amtor series, and the Caspak trilogy.
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Who is Edgar Rice Burroughs?+
Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American writer, recognized for his prolific output in the adventure, science fiction, and fantasy genres. Best known for creating the characters Tarzan and John Carter, he also wrote the Pellucidar series, the Amtor series, and the Caspak trilogy.
What does the name Edgar mean?+
The name Edgar means "A male given name from Old English.. Etymology: From Ēadgār, the name of early English kings, from rich + spear. Compare Auðgeir. Hairstyle named after Major League Baseball player Edgar Martínez.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Edgar Rice Burroughs born?+
Edgar Rice Burroughs was born on September 1, 1875.
When did Edgar Rice Burroughs die?+
Edgar Rice Burroughs died in 1950, at approximately 75 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Old English.. Etymology: From Ēadgār, the name of early English kings, from rich + spear. Compare Auðgeir. Hairstyle named after Major League Baseball player Edgar Martínez.
The name Edgar is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Old English.. Etymology: From Ēadgār, the name of early English kings, from rich + spear. Compare Auðgeir. Hairstyle named after Major League Baseball player Edgar Martínez.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Edgar — September 1, 1875
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Oc
Dog — loyalty, guidance, faith
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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