Italo Calvino
Italo Calvino was a celebrated Italian novelist and short story writer, known for his imaginative storytelling and innovative narrative techniques. Born in 1923, he gained international acclaim for works such as 'Invisible Cities' and 'If on a winter's night a traveler,' which showcase his unique blend of fantasy and philosophical inquiry. Calvino's literary career spans various genres, and he is regarded as one of the most important Italian writers of the 20th century, influencing countless authors around the world.
Born on Oct 15, 1923 (101 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montenegro | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 628,066 | 387 | $5,500 | 3$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 3,016 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Totals | 2 | 5,658,066 | 3,403 | $10,600 | 6$ |
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Ireland:
The Italian writer Italo Calvino describes 'a classic' as a book that never finishes saying what it has to say.
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Montenegro:
Italo Calvino is celebrated as a prominent writer who attended school in Sanremo and contributed significantly to literature.
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Indonesia:
Italo Calvino warned about the impending epidemic affecting language in his essay 'Lightness'.
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Portugal:
He is the author of 'O Barão Trepador', which was mentioned in the program.
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San Marino:
Calvino is recognized as one of the prominent visitors of the park.
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Venezuela:
Ítalo Calvino is quoted regarding the experience of rereading classics.
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Italy:
Italo Calvino is mentioned as part of Renzo Piano's personal Pantheon of influential figures.
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Italy:
Italo Calvino considered Galileo Galilei to be the greatest writer in the Italian language.
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Lithuania:
Italo Calvino is noted as a writer inspired by the city of Venice.
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Dominican Republic:
Italo Calvino's novels are also among the books the author has kept.
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