Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens in 1835, was an American writer, humorist, and social critic renowned for his sharp wit and keen observations of human nature. He is best known for classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn', which capture the complexities of American society in the 19th century. Twain's unique storytelling style, characterized by humor and a deep understanding of the social issues of his time, has left a lasting impact on American literature. In 1935, celebrations were held to mark the centenary of his birth, highlighting his enduring legacy.
Born on Nov 30, 1835 (189 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 2 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 53,424 | $106,000 | 105$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 17,942 | $450,000 | 179$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 5,187 | $240,000 | 122$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 89,163 | $1,500,000 | 634$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 5.00 | 0.03% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 18,060 | $2,700,000 | 718$ |
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,845 | $1,400,000 | 564$ |
| Denmark | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,792,202 | 3,186 | $350,000 | 193$ |
| Israel | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 3,668 | $400,000 | 159$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 20,820 | $350,000 | 143$ |
| Tunisia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 11,818,619 | 8,880 | $45,000 | 34$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,065 | $15,000 | 10$ |
| Germany | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 42,660 | $3,845,000 | 1,958$ |
| Totals | 13 | 599,309,809 | 283,900 | $11,401,000 | 4,819$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Jamaica:
Mark Twain is best known as the American humorist and author of classics like Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn.
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Germany:
Mark Twain is referenced for his insightful quote about history and human behavior.
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Kenya:
Mark Twain remarked that 'a lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is still putting on its shoes'.
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Tunisia:
Mark Twain was a friend of Nikola Tesla with whom he shared his ingenious ideas.
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Colombia:
Mark Twain is quoted in the article regarding the nature of history.
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Kenya:
Mark Twain is quoted on the importance of patriotism.
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Spain:
Tom Selleck has a cushion with a quote from Mark Twain in his smoking room.
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Israel:
The musical 'The Prince and the Pauper' is based on the classic by Mark Twain.
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Brazil:
Val Kilmer was working on a successful play about Mark Twain before his cancer interrupted his career.
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United Kingdom:
Kilmer's one-man show, Citizen Twain, examined the relationship between Mary Baker Eddy and her long-term critic, Mark Twain.
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