John Updike
John Updike was an acclaimed American novelist, poet, and critic, recognized for his insightful depictions of American life and culture. His Rabbit series, particularly 'Rabbit, Run', delves into the complexities of middle-class existence, earning him two Pulitzer Prizes and a lasting place in American literature.
Born on Mar 18, 1932 (93 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 23,832 | $1,380,000 | 1,290$ |
| Totals | 1 | 25,499,884 | 23,832 | $1,380,000 | 1,290$ |
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Australia:
John Updike is mentioned as one of the classic authors of mid-century infidelity fiction that inspired Erin Somers.
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United Kingdom:
John Updike was a novelist known for his literary genius and his ability to write beautifully about mundane life.
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Ireland:
John Updike is mentioned in the context of a debate over who wrote better prose, Updike or Bellow.
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United Kingdom:
John Updike called 'Atonement' a beautiful and majestic fictional panorama.
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Jamaica:
John Updike is one of the authors who admired Ngũgĩ's work.
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Canada:
Judith Jones worked with John Updike during her 50-plus years at Knopf.
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Brazil:
John Updike is recognized as a significant contributor to The New Yorker.
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Canada:
Judith Jones worked with John Updike, among others, during her 50-plus years at Knopf.
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Nicaragua:
John Updike cited Gregory Maguire's book 'Wicked' in an essay about the nature of evil.
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Ireland:
John Updike is one of the many greats associated with The New Yorker.
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