Charles Bukowski was a German-American author known for his raw, uncompromising depictions of urban life and human nature. His Leo sun combined with a Life Path 9 created a complex personality torn between creative self-expression and humanitarian observation of society's underbelly.
Known for: Post Office novel, Women novel, Ham on Rye novel, Factotum novel, underground poetry
Charles Bukowski's Natal Chart
Tropical zodiac · planetary positions at birth, Andernach, Germany (approximate - birth time not recorded)
| Planet | Sign | Degree | Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| ☉Sun | Leo | 23° 17' 04" | |
| ☽Moon | Virgo | 24° 34' 50" | |
| ☿Mercury | Leo | 4° 40' 45" | |
| ♀Venus | Virgo | 5° 19' 19" | |
| ♂Mars | Scorpio | 18° 13' 12" | |
| ♃Jupiter | Leo | 27° 39' 41" | |
| ♄Saturn | Virgo | 12° 13' 05" | |
| ♅Uranus | Pisces | 4° 07' 15" | R |
| ♆Neptune | Leo | 11° 44' 08" | |
| ♇Pluto | Cancer | 8° 22' 50" | |
| ☊Rahu | Scorpio | 10° 16' 53" | R |
| ☋Ketu | Taurus | 10° 16' 53" | R |
Note: Charles Bukowski's exact birth time is not publicly recorded. This chart shows planetary positions computed at 12:00 UTC on the birth date — accurate for slow-moving planets (Mars through Pluto) but the Moon position may be off by up to half a sign. Ascendant and houses are not shown.
Birth Details
- Date
- August 16, 1920
- Place
- Andernach
- Country
- Germany
- Timezone
Zodiac Profile
- Sun Sign
- Leo
- Element
- Fire
- Quality
- Fixed
- Ruling Planet
- Sun
Human Design Profile
Birth time unknown - type is accurate; authority & profile may vary.
Incarnation Cross
Left Angle Cross of Explanation
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Cosmic Identity
Spirit Animal
Alley Cat
Like an alley cat, Bukowski survived on the margins of society with fierce independence and street wisdom. He transformed the harsh realities of urban survival into art while maintaining his raw authenticity and refusal to be domesticated by literary establishments.
Archetype
The Savage Sage
Bukowski embodied the archetype of someone who found profound wisdom in life's darker corners. His Leo fire burned through societal pretenses to reveal uncomfortable truths about human nature and working-class existence.
Power Planet
Sun - Creative authenticity
Elemental Dominance
Fire (Leo) - His fiery Leo nature fueled both his creative passion and his rebellious spirit against societal norms.
Fame Signature
His Leo sun demanded authentic self-expression, leading him to reject literary conventions and write with brutal honesty about alcoholism, poverty, and relationships. This solar authenticity resonated with readers seeking genuine voices in literature.
Shadow Side
His Leo pride manifested as arrogance and misogyny, while his Life Path 9 humanitarian potential was often overshadowed by cynicism and self-destructive behaviors. He frequently alienated others with his abrasive personality and controversial views.
Numerology
9
Life Path
The Humanitarian
6
Expression
The Nurturer
6
Soul Urge
The Nurturer
9
Personality
The Humanitarian
As a Life Path 9, Bukowski was meant to serve humanity through his artistic gifts, though he often struggled with the weight of this calling. His work ultimately provided cathartic expression for society's forgotten voices and marginalized experiences.
Lucky Gemstones
Lapis Lazuli
Primary - Life Path 9
Peridot
Secondary - Leo Sun Sign
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