Jorge Luis Borges
Jorge Luis Borges was an Argentine writer, poet, and essayist, widely regarded as one of the most significant literary figures of the 20th century. Known for his intricate short stories and philosophical explorations of time, identity, and reality, Borges's work often reflects on themes of heroism and betrayal. His essay 'Tema del traidor y del héroe' contemplates the cyclical nature of history and the moral complexities inherent in human actions, resonating with the historical narratives of figures like Sønsteby and Quisling.
Born on Aug 24, 1899 (125 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argentina | 2 | 8.50 | 0.10% | +40% | 45,195,774 | 65,911 | $450,000 | 656$ |
| Venezuela | 2 | 7.50 | 0.12% | +10% | 28,435,943 | 37,984 | $48,000 | 64$ |
| Spain | 2 | 7.00 | 0.11% | +10% | 46,754,778 | 56,147 | $1,400,000 | 1,681$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 112,861 | $1,500,000 | 802$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 6,918 | $89,000 | 57$ |
| Totals | 8 | 342,283,932 | 279,821 | $3,487,000 | 3,260$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Dominican Republic:
Santiago Almada mentions Jorge Luis Borges as a significant influence on his writing.
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Spain:
Jorge Luis Borges was a celebrated Argentine author who signed books alongside Ernesto Sabato at the fair.
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Spain:
Jorge Luis Borges is referenced for his controversial support of the Argentine military junta.
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Venezuela:
Jorge Luis Borges is mentioned for also writing new words and concepts.
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Venezuela:
Borges wrote about Hitler's desire for defeat in his work Otras Inquisiciones.
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Brazil:
The book 'Cadernos & conferências' reveals previously unpublished materials from the author Jorge Luis Borges.
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Argentina:
Jorge Luis Borges is quoted regarding love and pain in Buenos Aires.
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Argentina:
Jorge Luis Borges is celebrated as a legendary literary figure whose work and lectures have had a profound impact.
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Argentina:
Jorge Luis Borges is mentioned as one of the authors who fascinated Gioconda Belli.
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Indonesia:
Jorge Luis Borges is a literary figure from Argentina who imagined heaven as a library.
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