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Robert Ardrey was an American playwright, screenwriter, and author. He is best known for his works on human nature and the African origin of humankind. He wrote several books, including African Genesis (1961), The Territorial Imperative (1966), and The Social Contract (1970). Ardrey was born in Chicago, Illinois, on October 16, 1908. He attended the University of Chicago, where he studied philosophy and literature. After graduating, he worked as a journalist and playwright in Chicago and New York. In the 1940s, Ardrey began to focus on writing about human nature and the African origin of humankind. His first book, African Genesis, was published in 1961 and was a bestseller. It argued that human behavior is largely determined by our evolutionary past. In 1966, Ardrey published The Territorial Imperative, which argued that humans have an innate need to defend their territory. This book was also a bestseller and was widely read by academics and the general public. In 1970, Ardrey published The Social Contract, which argued that humans have an innate need to cooperate with each other. This book was also a bestseller and was widely read by academics and the general public. Ardrey's books were highly influential and helped to shape the field of evolutionary psychology. He died in 1980 at the age of 71.

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Occupation writer,miscellaneous
Age 72 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 16 October 1908
Birthday 16 October
Birthplace Chicago, Illinois, USA
Date of death 14 January, 1980
Died Place Cape Town, South Africa
Nationality United States

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Robert Ardrey Height, Weight & Measurements

At 72 years old, Robert Ardrey height is 5' 9½" (1.77 m) .

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Who Is Robert Ardrey's Wife?

His wife is Berdine Grünewald (11 August 1960 - 14 January 1980) ( his death), Helen Johnson (12 June 1938 - 1960) ( divorced) ( 2 children)

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Wife Berdine Grünewald (11 August 1960 - 14 January 1980) ( his death), Helen Johnson (12 June 1938 - 1960) ( divorced) ( 2 children)
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Robert Ardrey Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2022-2023. So, how much is Robert Ardrey worth at the age of 72 years old? Robert Ardrey’s income source is mostly from being a successful Writer. He is from United States. We have estimated Robert Ardrey's net worth , money, salary, income, and assets.

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1966

He is known for his work on Khartoum (1966), The Three Musketeers (1948) and Quentin Durward (1955). He was married to Berdine Grünewald and Helen Johnson.

1937

Playwright, screenwriter and author. Graduate from the University of Chicago, Guggenheim Fellow (1937-38), Sidney Howard Memorial Award winner and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.

1933

Led tours of the Mayan exhibition at the 1933 Chicago World's Fair.

1908

Robert Ardrey was born on October 16, 1908 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.