Cor Dirks (28 February 1911 – 15 October 2000) was an acclaimed Afrikaans author known for his children's books. His works, particularly the 'Uile' series, captivated the imaginations of thousands of young readers in South Africa. Born in Volksrust, he excelled in academics and sports, later pursuing a teaching career. Dirks published a range of stories, including adventure and mystery novels, fostering a love for reading among the youth. After his retirement, he continued writing but remained best known for his impactful contributions to children's literature.
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Time Zone - Africa/Johannesburg (2:0 E)
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Meaning of the name - Cor
heart (Latin)
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Place of Birth: Volksrust
Place of Death: Johannesburg
Cause of Death: faulty administration of anesthesia during a hip operation
Educated At: North-West University
Occupation: novelist | children's writer | writer
Spouses: Elsje Christina (Ella) van Niekerk
Children: Justus | Elsje
Employers: Duiwelskloof Primary School | Central Primary School Potchefstroom | Hoërskool Belfast | Hoër Volkskool Potchefstroom | Voortrekker Hoërskool | Linden Hoërskool
Awards Received: Academy certificate at the Aardklop Kunstefees in 1999
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 28, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 28, 2025 |
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| Sun | 8 Pisces 42 | 10 Pisces 4 | 29 Gemini 51 |
| Moon | 1 Pisces 11 | 15 Pisces 15 | 2 Taurus 10 |
| Mercury | 22 Aquarius 37 | 25 Pisces 19 | 16 Gemini 24 |
| Venus | 1 Aries 1 | 10 Aries 47 | 14 Leo 35 |
| Mars | 20 Capricorn 1 | 17 Cancer 8 | 14 Aries 2 |
| Jupiter | 14 Scorpio 18 | 12 Gemini 13 | 4 Scorpio 34 |
| Saturn | 3 Taurus 5 | 20 Pisces 33 | 16 Taurus 34 |
| Uranus | 27 Capricorn 39 | 23 Taurus 38 | 28 Capricorn 26 |
| Neptune | 19 Cancer 1 | 28 Pisces 52 | 20 Cancer 28 |
| Pluto | 25 Gemini 54 | 2 Aquarius 52 | 27 Gemini 30 |
| Rahu | 13 Taurus 20 | 28 Pisces 24 | 7 Taurus 18 |
| Ketu | 13 Scorpio 20 | 28 Virgo 24 | 7 Scorpio 18 |
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