Andrew Greeley - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 05, 1928 |
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| Died | May 29, 2013 (age 85) |
| Birthplace | Oak Park, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Andrew Greeley's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Prolific author of novels and non-fiction works focusing on Catholic themes, sociology, and contemporary American life; outspoken priest and scholar. |
Intro
Andrew Greeley was an American Catholic priest, sociologist, best-selling novelist, and journalist, recognized for his influential writing both in fiction and in serious academic and journalistic circles.
Early Life & Background
Andrew Greeley was raised in a devout Irish Catholic family in Oak Park, Illinois. He attended St. Angela Elementary School and St. Leo High School in Chicago before entering Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary. Greeley later continued his education at St. Mary of the Lake Seminary, where he was ordained as a Roman Catholic priest in 1954.
Career Highlights
- Ordained as a Roman Catholic priest in 1954.
- Widely published author of over 50 novels and more than 100 non-fiction books, covering topics from Catholicism to sociology and religion in America.
- Noted for best-selling novels such as 'The Cardinal Sins,' 'Thy Brother's Wife,' and the 'Nuala Anne McGrail' mystery series.
- Served as a research associate at the National Opinion Research Center (NORC) at the University of Chicago, conducting major studies on Catholic life and American religion.
- Produced regular columns for the Chicago Sun-Times and other outlets, often addressing controversial issues regarding the Catholic Church.
- Advocate for church reform and outspoken commentator on American Catholicism.
Trivia
- Greeley donated most of his book royalties to charity, including Catholic education.
- He survived a traumatic brain injury in 2008 from a fall but continued to write and speak until his health declined.
- Greeley often faced criticism from church authorities for his progressive views.
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Andrew Greeley was born the 5 February 1928.
Oak Park, Illinois, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 5th, 1928, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 5, 1928, the Great Fall River Fire continued to devastate Fall River, Massachusetts, destroying much of the town.
- Day of the week: February 5th, 1928 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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