Joyce Carol Oates
Joyce Carol Oates is an acclaimed American author known for her prolific output and diverse range of genres, including novels, short stories, and essays. Born in 1938, she has published over 70 works and received numerous awards, including the National Book Award and the PEN/Malamud Award. Oates often explores themes of violence, identity, and the human condition, with notable works such as 'Them,' 'We Were the Mulvaneys,' and 'The Gravedigger's Daughter.' Her writing is characterized by its psychological depth and incisive social commentary, making her one of the most significant voices in contemporary literature.
Born on Jun 16, 1938 (86 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 16,022 | $1,700,000 | 717$ |
| Sweden | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,099,265 | 4,247 | $530,000 | 223$ |
| Totals | 2 | 48,104,503 | 20,269 | $2,230,000 | 940$ |
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Canada:
In Joyce Carol Oates’s novel Foxfire, abused teenage girls form a gang to exact disproportionately intense revenge against their predators.
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Sweden:
Joyce Carol Oates received the Sjöjungfrun prize last year.
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