James Baldwin was a prominent African-American writer and social critic who lived during the Civil Rights Movement. He was born in 1924 in Harlem, New York, and became known for his literary works that tackled issues of race, sexuality, and identity. Baldwin’s writing style was elegant and powerfully emotive, often drawing from his personal experiences as a Black man in America. His best-known works include “Go Tell It on the Mountain” and “The Fire Next Time.” Baldwin was also a prominent Civil Rights activist, using his platform to speak out against discrimination and racism. He passed away in 1987, leaving behind a lasting legacy as one of the most influential writers and activists of his time.
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Name: James Arthur Baldwin
Tag: Writer
Date of Birth: 02-08-1924
Day: Saturday
Birth Time: 00:00:00
Place of Birth: Harlem, New York, United States
(Note: D= Direct, R= Retrogate and H= House)
| Planets | Rashi (H) | Longitude | Nakshatra |
| Ascending | Taurus (1st) | 09°42’58” | Krittika |
| Sun (D) | Cancer (3rd) | 16°48’39” | Ashlesha |
| Moon (D) | Leo (4th) | 02°54’22” | Magha |
| Mars (R) | Aquarius (10th) | 11°59’57” | Satabhisa |
| Mercury (D) | Leo (4th) | 10°53’51” | Magha |
| Jupiter (R) | Scorpio (7th) | 17°17’31” | Jyeshtha |
| Venu (D) | Gemini (2nd) | 10°05’02” | Ardra |
| Satn (D) | Libra (6th) | 03°46’53” | Chitra |
| Rahu (R) | Leo (4th) | 00°52’03” | Magha |
| Ketu (R) | Aquarius (10th) | 00°52’03” | Dhanistha |