Karel Capek
Karel Capek (1890-1938) was a Czech writer, playwright, and journalist, celebrated for his contributions to science fiction and his exploration of social and philosophical issues. He is best known for coining the term 'robot' in his play 'R.U.R. (Rossum's Universal Robots),' which critiques industrialization and the dehumanization of labor. Capek's works often blend humor and satire with serious reflections on humanity, making him a pivotal figure in 20th-century literature and a precursor to modern science fiction.
Born on Apr 03, 1890 (135 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 43,733,762 | 29,812 | $155,000 | 106$ |
| Israel | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 6,797 | $400,000 | 295$ |
| Totals | 2 | 52,950,662 | 36,609 | $555,000 | 401$ |
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Ukraine:
Karel Čapek is known for his famous anti-fascist novel 'War with the Newts' published nearly 90 years ago.
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Israel:
Karel Čapek introduced the term 'robot' in his groundbreaking science fiction play R.U.R.
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France:
Karel Capek was a Czech writer and playwright who explored themes of culture and society in his works.
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France:
Karel Capek is a Czech writer recognized for his contributions to dark fiction.
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Estonia:
Karel Capek was a Czech writer and journalist who directed several plays in the early 1920s.
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