Juan Gabriel Vásquez
Juan Gabriel Vásquez is a Colombian author known for his novels that explore themes of memory, history, and identity. His acclaimed works often reflect the complexities of Colombian society and its turbulent past. Vásquez gained international recognition with his novel 'The Sound of Things Falling,' which was translated into several languages and won multiple awards. He is celebrated for his lyrical prose and insightful commentary on contemporary issues in Latin America.
Born on Aug 09, 1973 (51 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 4 | 7.25 | 0.17% | +10% | 46,754,778 | 85,646 | $1,400,000 | 2,565$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,686 | $700,000 | 460$ |
| Mexico | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 120,161 | $1,200,000 | 1,118$ |
| Totals | 6 | 184,342,153 | 211,493 | $3,300,000 | 4,143$ |
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Spain:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez credits Vargas Llosa with inspiring his generation of writers to pursue literature.
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Spain:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez is a writer who reflects on the impact of Vargas Llosa's work on his own literary vocation.
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Mexico:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez has spoken about the influence of Vargas Llosa's novels on his own work.
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Switzerland:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez brings to life the story of the Colombian sculptor Feliza Bursztyn in 'Los nombres de Feliza'.
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Spain:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez recounts the story of Feliza Bursztyn in his book 'Los nombres de Feliza'.
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Spain:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez is a writer whose latest book is 'Los nombres de Feliza'.
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France:
Juan Gabriel Vasquez is a Colombian writer who explores the history and potential of the novel in his essays.
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Costa Rica:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez is a prominent author participating in the festival.
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Colombia:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez is the author who wrote a novel about the life of the Colombian sculptor Feliza Bursztyn.
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Spain:
Juan Gabriel Vásquez is a writer whose latest book is mentioned in the article.
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