John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck was an American author known for his poignant depictions of life during the Great Depression. His notable works, including 'The Grapes of Wrath,' highlight the struggles of displaced families and the social injustices of the time. Steinbeck's writing provided a powerful voice for the disenfranchised and remains a significant part of American literature.
Born on Feb 27, 1902 (123 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 5,958 | $530,000 | 313$ |
| Indonesia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 279,963 | $1,119,000 | 1,145$ |
| Totals | 2 | 283,622,880 | 285,921 | $1,649,000 | 1,458$ |
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Indonesia:
John Steinbeck is mentioned as one of the authors whose works were translated by Pramoedya Ananta Toer.
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Sweden:
John Steinbeck is mentioned as one of Thomas Bodström's favorite authors.
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Denmark:
He is mentioned as one of the playwrights in whose works she has performed.
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Venezuela:
John Steinbeck shares his personal experience of learning to read in relation to the theme of literature.
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Switzerland:
John Steinbeck immortalized the plight of poor farmers in California with his epic novel 'The Grapes of Wrath'.
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Portugal:
John Steinbeck's text is adapted for the performance by the Companhia da Esquina.
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Spain:
John Steinbeck is referenced for his views on the writer's obligation to portray human compassion.
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Azerbaijan:
Steinbeck explores themes of economic collapse and social inequality in the post-World War II era in his work.
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Bulgaria:
Yasen Atanasov reflects on John Steinbeck as a serious competitor for the Nobel Prize against Lawrence Durrell.
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Venezuela:
John Steinbeck is mentioned as a writer who documented the social inequalities during the Great Depression.
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