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Awdry, Wilbert Vere
June 15, 1911 · Romsey, England
Biography
Wilbert Vere Awdry (June 15, 1911 – March 21, 1997) was an English Anglican priest, railway enthusiast, and children's author. He is best known for creating Thomas the Tank Engine and several other characters in his book series, The Railway Series.
Achievements
Awdry wrote 26 books in The Railway Series, starting with The Three Railway Engines in 1945 and concluding with the last in 1972. His work has influenced children's literature and popular culture, making Thomas a global icon.
Fun facts
The creation of Thomas the Tank Engine began in 1942 to entertain his son Christopher during an illness. Awdry also volunteered at the Talyllyn Railway, which inspired the creation of the Skarloey Railway in his stories.
Source: Wikipedia
| Full name | Awdry, Wilbert Vere |
| Date of birth | June 15, 1911 |
| Time of birth | 17:22 |
| Place of birth | Romsey, England |
| Country | England |
| Sun sign | Gemini |
| Rodden scale | AA — AA — Verified time |
Reliability classification based on the Rodden scale, a standard created by Lois Rodden and widely used in astrological databases to assess the quality of birth data.
An ingenious storyteller who brought memorable characters to life through his love of trains.
With the Sun and Mercury in Gemini in the 8th house, Awdry exhibited a creative and communicative mind, capable of transforming personal experiences into captivating narratives. His Moon in Aquarius in the 3rd house indicates an emotional connection to innovation and originality in his writing, while his Scorpio Ascendant suggests emotional depth and a passion for exploring complex themes.
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