Harold Bloom
Harold Bloom (1930-2019) was a prominent American literary critic, scholar, and author, celebrated for his extensive work on the Western literary canon and his theories on literary influence. His influential writings, including 'The Anxiety of Influence,' have shaped the field of literary criticism, and he is often regarded as one of the most significant literary critics of the 20th century.
Born on Jul 11, 1930 (94 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 144,654 | $1,500,000 | 1,028$ |
| Totals | 1 | 211,049,527 | 144,654 | $1,500,000 | 1,028$ |
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Brazil:
Harold Bloom is referenced for his theory defining Shakespeare as the inventor of the human.
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China:
Harold Bloom's concept of 'anxiety of influence' is referenced in relation to the challenges faced by contemporary writers.
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Greece:
Harold Bloom classified 'Blood Meridian' as a classic of American literature.
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