José Eduardo Agualusa
José Eduardo Agualusa is an acclaimed Angolan writer known for his innovative narrative style and exploration of themes such as identity, history, and post-colonialism. Born in Huambo in 1960, Agualusa has published numerous novels, essays, and short stories, earning international recognition and several prestigious literary awards, including the José Saramago Prize. His works often blend fiction and reality, reflecting the complexities of Angolan life and culture. He was recently mentioned in a podcast discussing books and authors, highlighting his contributions to literature and his reflections on storytelling.
Born on Dec 13, 1960 (64 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 9,203 | $240,000 | 217$ |
| Cabo Verde | 1 | 8.00 | 0.26% | +0% | 555,987 | 1,452 | $2,100 | 5$ |
| Totals | 2 | 10,752,696 | 10,655 | $242,100 | 222$ |
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Recent Mentions
Cabo Verde:
José Eduardo Agualusa is mentioned as an author in a podcast about books.
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Portugal:
José Eduardo Agualusa is an Angolan writer mentioned in the context of historical reparations.
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Brazil:
José Eduardo Agualusa is a finalist in the Prose category for his book 'Mestre dos batuques'.
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Portugal:
José Eduardo Agualusa is an Angolan writer who uses a historical event to narrate a love story in his work.
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Portugal:
José Eduardo Agualusa is one of the thinkers invited to share perspectives on contemporary issues.
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Brazil:
José Eduardo Agualusa is one of the authors calling for urgent humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
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Portugal:
José Eduardo Agualusa is one of the signatories of the petition for a ceasefire in Palestine.
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Cabo Verde:
José Eduardo Agualusa is mentioned as an author in a podcast about books.
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