Robert A. Heinlein
American author and aeronautical engineer (1907–1988)
1907 — 1988
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Profession
American author and aeronautical engineer (1907–1988)
Born
July 7, 1907
Died
1988 (age ~81)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, writer, literary critic
United StatesBorn in ButlerDied in Carmel-by-the-Sea
1907
Born in Butler (1907-07-07)
1925
EducationStudied at United States Naval Academy (1925–1929)
1956
AwardHugo Award for Best Novel
1960
AwardHugo Award for Best Novel
1962
AwardHugo Award for Best Novel
1967
AwardHugo Award for Best Novel
About
Robert Anson Heinlein was an American science fiction author, engineer, and naval officer. Sometimes called the "dean of science fiction writers", he was among the first to emphasize scientific accuracy in his fiction and was thus a pioneer of the subgenre of hard science fiction. His published works, both fiction and non-fiction, express admiration for competence and emphasize the value of critical thinking. His plots often presented provocative situations which challenged conventional social mores. His work continues to have an influence on the science fiction genre and on modern culture more generally.
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Who is Robert A. Heinlein?+
Robert Anson Heinlein was an American science fiction author, engineer, and naval officer. Sometimes called the "dean of science fiction writers", he was among the first to emphasize scientific accuracy in his fiction and was thus a pioneer of the subgenre of hard science fiction. His published work
What does the name Robert mean?+
The name Robert means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.". It is of English origin.
When was Robert A. Heinlein born?+
Robert A. Heinlein was born on July 7, 1907.
When did Robert A. Heinlein die?+
Robert A. Heinlein died in 1988, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.
The name Robert is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Robert, from the Old - cognate of (normalised form: ), from *Hrōþiberht, from lit=shining glory. Rupert.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Names related to Robert
Robert — July 7, 1907
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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