JM Coetzee
JM Coetzee is a Nobel Prize-winning South African author renowned for his profound literary explorations of morality, identity, and the human condition. His works often engage with themes of colonialism and oppression, offering poignant reflections on societal complexities. Coetzee's famous quote, 'What would life itself be if there were only heads or tails, with nothing in between?' emphasizes the importance of nuance in understanding human experiences.
Born on Feb 09, 1940 (85 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 9.00 | 0.34% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 201,046 | $350,000 | 1,186$ |
| Totals | 1 | 59,308,690 | 201,046 | $350,000 | 1,186$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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South Africa:
JM Coetzee is one of those names every South African who cares about literature has come across.
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Ireland:
JM Coetzee wrote about the complexities of life and the inadequacy of binary debates.
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