Miguel Ángel Asturias
Miguel Ángel Asturias (1899-1974) was a Guatemalan writer, diplomat, and Nobel laureate in Literature, known for his influential works that explore themes of indigenous culture, social injustice, and political oppression in Latin America. His most famous novel, 'El Señor Presidente,' critiques authoritarianism through a surrealist lens, reflecting his deep commitment to social issues and his experiences with the oppressive regimes in his home country. Asturias's literary contributions have earned him a significant place in Latin American literature, and he is celebrated for his role in advocating for the rights of the indigenous peoples and for his lasting influence on the region's literary tradition.
Born on Oct 19, 1899 (125 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guatemala | 4 | 8.00 | 0.28% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 49,765 | $82,000 | 228$ |
| Costa Rica | 3 | 8.67 | 0.16% | +20% | 5,094,118 | 9,561 | $62,000 | 116$ |
| Uruguay | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 1,872 | $54,000 | 29$ |
| Totals | 8 | 26,483,416 | 61,198 | $198,000 | 373$ |
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Recent Mentions
Costa Rica:
Miguel Ángel Asturias' legacy was included in the Caja de las Letras, which featured his Nobel Prize diploma.
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Costa Rica:
Miguel Ángel Asturias is noted as a key figure in Central American literature, representing the region's rich cultural heritage.
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Costa Rica:
Miguel Ángel Asturias, a Nobel laureate, was commemorated during the festival for the 50th anniversary of his death.
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Guatemala:
The festival is dedicated to Miguel Ángel Asturias, a Nobel Prize-winning writer from Guatemala.
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Uruguay:
Miguel Ángel Asturias was a Nobel Prize-winning writer from Guatemala whose works were marked by social and political criticism.
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias is celebrated as the only Nobel Prize in Literature laureate from Guatemala.
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Guatemala:
The festival is dedicated to Miguel Ángel Asturias, celebrating his literary legacy.
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Guatemala:
This edition of the festival is dedicated to Miguel Ángel Asturias in commemoration of the 125th anniversary of his birth.
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Costa Rica:
Miguel Ángel Asturias was a Nobel Prize-winning Guatemalan writer known for his literary contributions and political activism.
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Colombia:
Miguel Ángel Asturias is noted for his contributions to the literary 'boom' in Latin America.
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