Elif Shafak
Elif Shafak is a renowned Turkish-British novelist and essayist, celebrated for her rich narratives that explore themes of identity, belonging, and the intersection of cultures. With numerous bestsellers to her name, including 'The Bastard of Istanbul' and '10 Minutes 38 Seconds in This Strange World', Shafak's work often reflects her diverse heritage and feminist viewpoints. As a prominent public intellectual, she frequently addresses issues such as freedom of expression and the importance of storytelling in bridging cultural divides.
Born on Oct 25, 1971 (53 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 3 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 72,711 | $2,700,000 | 2,892$ |
| Pakistan | 2 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 152,235 | $280,000 | 193$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,602 | $56,000 | 43$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 8.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 112,861 | $1,500,000 | 802$ |
| Totals | 7 | 501,906,807 | 339,409 | $4,536,000 | 3,930$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Brazil:
Elif Shafak is among the authors advocating for humanitarian aid in Gaza.
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Pakistan:
Elif Shafak is a novelist who joined the call for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza.
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Pakistan:
Elif Shafak is a novelist who joined the call for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Gaza.
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United Kingdom:
Elif Shafak is among the writers who have called the Israeli government's actions in Gaza genocide.
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United Kingdom:
Elif Shafak is a Turkish-British novelist, essayist, public speaker, and activist who discussed the shortening of TED Talks at the Hay festival.
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United Kingdom:
Elif Shafak is an author who chose a book that inspired and empowered her.
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Slovenia:
Elif Shafak is one of the most prominent contemporary Turkish authors and an engaged intellectual and activist.
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Norway:
Elif Shafak takes the water theme to new heights in her book 'Det er elver på himmelen'.
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Ireland:
Elif Shafak is noted for her best-selling novels that assert connections through love.
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Ireland:
Novelist Elif Shafak writes about the need for less information and more wisdom.
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