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 (126 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Guatemala | 2 | 8.00 | 0.18% | +10% | 17,915,568 | 35,605 | $82,000 | 163$ |
| Totals | 2 | 17,915,568 | 35,605 | $82,000 | 163$ |
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias is mentioned as one of the first-line writers from Guatemala.
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias is also among the iconic faces depicted in Araminta Gálvez's art.
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias received the Lenin Peace Prize.
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias received the Nobel Prize in Literature.
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Argentina:
Asturias is mentioned for his character Cara de Ángel in 'El señor presidente' as an example of servility.
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Norway:
He is a Nobel Prize winner in literature.
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Dominican Republic:
Miguel Ángel Asturias received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1967.
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias is celebrated for his literary contributions and is the focus of an event marking the 125th anniversary of his birth.
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Guatemala:
Miguel Ángel Asturias transcended borders and left a fundamental legacy in universal literature.
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Guatemala:
The accident involved a monument dedicated to Miguel Ángel Asturias.
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