Kingsley Amis
Kingsley Amis was a renowned English novelist and poet, best known for his sharp wit and satirical style. Born in 1922, he gained fame for his novels such as 'Lucky Jim' and 'The Old Devils,' which often explored themes of British masculinity and social class. Amis was also known for his tumultuous personal life, including his marriage to fellow novelist Elizabeth Jane Howard. Despite his literary achievements, his work has recently been critiqued as part of the 'Straight White Man's Novel' phenomenon, reflecting changes in contemporary publishing and readership.
Born on Apr 16, 1922 (103 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 42,659 | $1,400,000 | 1,277$ |
| Totals | 1 | 46,754,778 | 42,659 | $1,400,000 | 1,277$ |
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Spain:
Kingsley Amis is recognized for 'Lucky Jim', a seminal work in the campus novel genre.
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Australia:
Kingsley Amis was married to Elizabeth Jane Howard at the height of his fame.
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