Who is Ford Richard?
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Update at: Apr 1, 2026Richard Ford (born February 16, 1944 in Jackson, Mississippi, United States)
Richard Ford is an American novelist and short story writer whose work surveys American life, memory, and identity with clear, precise prose. Publicly known as Richard Ford, he is best known for his Bascombe novels and his acclaimed fiction that spans decades of American life.
Biographical overview
- Birth date and place: February 16, 1944 — Jackson, Mississippi, United States
- Occupation: Novelist, short story writer
- Nationality: American
- Notable series: Frank Bascombe (The Sportswriter; Independence Day; The Lay of the Land)
Notable works
- The Sportswriter (1986)
- Independence Day (1995) — Pulitzer Prize for Fiction winner
- The Lay of the Land (2006)
- Canada (2012)
- Let Me Be Frank with You (2014)
Awards and recognition
- Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for Independence Day (1996)
Recent activity and projects
Latest major publication: Let Me Be Frank with You (2014). There are no widely reported new novels or book-length projects publicly documented after 2014. He has contributed essays and literary commentary over the years, but no widely publicized new book-length works are known in major outlets since 2014.
News and media
No widely reported contemporary news stories about Richard Ford have appeared in major outlets in recent years. For up-to-date items, consult reputable literary news sources or library catalogs.
Social media and online presence
There are no publicly verified official social media profiles associated with Richard Ford. If present, any accounts are unverified or not officially administered. Exercise caution and verify authenticity before engaging.
Additional notes
Richard Ford remains a prominent figure in American literature. His work is frequently studied in colleges and universities for its lucid style, moral reflection, and nuanced portrayal of everyday life in the United States. His fiction often centers on character, memory, and the complexities of ordinary experience.
Which Raj Yogas are in Ford Richard's birth chart?
3 FOUNDFord Richard's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas and 1 challenging combination, including Gaja Kesari Yoga, Rajju Yoga.
Which dasha is Ford Richard running now?
VIMSHOTTARIFord Richard is currently in the Sun mahadasha, running from Aug 4, 2026 to Oct 4, 2026.
What do Ford Richard's numerology numbers say?
Ford Richard's core numbers are Karmic Debt 19, Destiny 11, Soul Urge 4, Personality 11.
Chaldean Karmic Debt 19 indicates lessons of independence with respect for others. It asks balanced leadership—stand strong, but do not isolate or dominate.
Chaldean Destiny 11 indicates inspired expression and intuitive leadership. It supports visionary guidance, teaching, and spiritual creativity when grounded.
Chaldean Soul 4 desires stability and certainty. It seeks routine, reliability, and a grounded structure to feel secure.
Chaldean Personality 11 appears intuitive and inspiring. Others often sense sensitivity, vision, and spiritual presence.
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