Honoré de Balzac
Honoré de Balzac was a French novelist and playwright, renowned for his series of novels and stories collectively entitled 'La Comédie Humaine.' His works provide a detailed panorama of French society in the early 19th century, capturing the complexities of human behavior and social dynamics. Balzac's keen observations and rich characterizations have solidified his place as a foundational figure in the development of the modern novel.
Born on May 20, 1799 (226 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 21,984 | $2,700,000 | 874$ |
| Romania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 19,237,691 | 9,871 | $250,000 | 128$ |
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,137 | 25 | $6,900 | 4$ |
| Totals | 3 | 87,161,839 | 31,880 | $2,956,900 | 1,006$ |
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Liechtenstein:
Honoré de Balzac is celebrated on the anniversary of his birth as a notable French writer.
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Romania:
Honoré de Balzac is considered one of the greatest French writers in the fields of realistic, psychological, and fantastic novels.
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United Kingdom:
Honoré de Balzac’s 19th-century chronicles of ambition and despair are referenced to illustrate social injustices.
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Colombia:
Honoré de Balzac is a French novelist whose work is referenced by Juan Gabriel Vásquez in relation to the private history of nations.
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Colombia:
Honoré de Balzac drank more than fifty cups of coffee a day, which allowed him to write for hours without stopping.
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Denmark:
Honoré de Balzac is known for his significant contributions to the genre of romance with his work 'Liljen i dalen'.
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France:
Honoré de Balzac's short story 'Un épisode sous la Terreur' is set during the aftermath of Louis XVI's execution.
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Dominican Republic:
Honoré de Balzac's 'La Comedia Humana' is mentioned as a significant literary work.
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