Julio Cortázar
Julio Cortázar was an influential Argentine writer and translator known for his innovative narrative techniques and his contribution to the Latin American literary boom. His works, such as 'Hopscotch' and 'Blow-Up and Other Stories', often blend the fantastical with the everyday, reflecting his deep interest in the nature of reality and the act of storytelling itself.
Born on Aug 26, 1914 (110 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 17,643,060 | 10,330 | $108,000 | 63$ |
| Spain | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 29,076 | $1,400,000 | 871$ |
| Greece | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 6,215 | $190,000 | 113$ |
| Peru | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 32,971,846 | 20,659 | $230,000 | 144$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 6,421 | $240,000 | 151$ |
| Totals | 5 | 117,989,447 | 72,701 | $2,168,000 | 1,342$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Peru:
Julio Cortázar is cited as a significant author from the Boom Latinoamericano that influenced Rosa Montero.
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Portugal:
Julio Cortázar responded to Carlos Fuentes with an original story included in his letter.
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Spain:
Julio Cortázar is known for his influential work 'Rayuela', which significantly impacted Spanish readers in the 1960s.
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Greece:
The writer expresses confidence that Julio Cortázar's stories will not disappoint.
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Ecuador:
Julio Cortázar is compared critically by Corral in his analysis.
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Argentina:
Julio Cortázar's work is included in the Bienalsur project titled 'Rayuela'.
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Peru:
Julio Cortázar was a prominent writer who interacted with Fernando de Szyszlo in Paris.
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Argentina:
Cortázar noted the paradox of memory, stating that 'memory is the faculty that forgets.'
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Venezuela:
Julio Cortázar's correspondence is discussed in relation to originality in literature.
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Argentina:
Julio Cortázar is highlighted as a key figure in the literary scene who faced neglect during a certain period.
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