James Blish
(1921-1975)
American science fiction and fantasy author (1921–1975) – James Blish was born in East Orange (City in Essex County, New Jersey, United States) on May 23rd, 1921 and died in Henley-on-Thames (Town in Oxfordshire, England) on July 30th, 1975 at the age of 54. Today James Blish would be 102 years old.
Age
how old was James Blish when he died?
54
James Blish died in 1975 at the age of 54.
Biographical data
| Birthday | May 23rd, 1921 (Monday) |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | East Orange City in Essex County, New Jersey, United States |
| Death Date | July 30th, 1975 (Wednesday) |
| Death place | Henley-on-Thames Town in Oxfordshire, England |
| Birth sign (Zodiac) | Gemini (The Twins) ♊ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster 雞 |
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Birthday
When was James Blish born?
James Blish was born on May 23rd, 1921.
Death
When did James Blish die?
James Blish died on July 30th, 1975 at the age of 54 in Henley-on-Thames (Town in Oxfordshire, England). Today James Blish would be 102 years old.
Place of Birth
Where was James Blish born?
East Orange (City in Essex County, New Jersey, United States).
Death place
Where did James Blish die?
Henley-on-Thames (Town in Oxfordshire, England).
Zodiac
What is the zodiac sign of James Blish?
James Blish was born in the zodiac sign Gemini (The Twins).
Chinese Zodiac
Which Chinese zodiac sign does James Blish have?
James Blish was born in 1921 in the year of the Chinese zodiac Rooster.
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