Michel Leiris
Michel Leiris was a prominent French ethnographer, writer, and surrealist known for his influential works that blend personal narrative with ethnographic observation. His seminal book 'L’Afrique fantôme' (1934) is a cornerstone of modern ethnographic literature, combining travel writing and self-reflection to explore the complexities of colonial encounters. Leiris's writings have had a lasting impact on both anthropology and literature, paving the way for future generations of writers to engage with the cultural and personal dimensions of fieldwork.
Born on Oct 06, 1901 (123 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,082 | $700,000 | 573$ |
| France | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 57,257 | $2,700,000 | 2,368$ |
| Totals | 2 | 73,928,133 | 64,339 | $3,400,000 | 2,941$ |
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France:
Michel Leiris described Guernica in the art journal Cahiers d’art in 1937.
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Switzerland:
Michel Leiris is quoted regarding literature being a 'comedy of danger'.
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France:
Michel Leiris expressed his bitterness about participating in a sacrilege during the Dakar-Djibouti scientific mission.
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Switzerland:
Michel Leiris is referenced as a French author with theories about violence and bulls.
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France:
Michel Leiris is known for his work 'L'Afrique fantôme', a key example of the ethnographic literary tradition.
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