Paul Auster
Paul Auster is an acclaimed American author and filmmaker known for his uniquely postmodern style and exploration of themes related to identity, existentialism, and the nature of reality. He gained prominence in the literary world with works such as 'The New York Trilogy,' 'Moon Palace,' and 'The Music of Chance.' Auster's writing often interweaves elements of autobiography and fiction, reflecting his interest in the complexities of human experience. He was also involved in public discussions surrounding free speech and literature, especially in the wake of the attack on Salman Rushdie, a friend and fellow writer, highlighting his commitment to defending artistic expression.
Born on Feb 03, 1947 (78 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,521 | $1,400,000 | 764$ |
| France | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 37,884 | $2,700,000 | 1,567$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 5,635 | $700,000 | 456$ |
| Totals | 3 | 120,682,911 | 69,040 | $4,800,000 | 2,787$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
France:
Paul Auster wrote the postface for 'Un certain Louis Wolfson', translated from English.
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Switzerland:
Paul Auster was a long-time friend of Susan Sontag who commented on her impact and presence.
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Spain:
Paul Auster is quoted to emphasize the importance of democracy.
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France:
Paul Auster's work 'L’Invention de la solitude' is referenced in relation to 'L’Invention de Tristan'.
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Bulgaria:
Yasen Atanasov mentions studies on Paul Auster among the unread books on his desk.
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Andorra:
Paul Auster is mentioned as the husband of Siri Hustvedt.
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Spain:
Paul Auster was a student at Columbia in 1968 and was involved in a protest that led to his arrest.
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France:
Paul Auster was a student at Columbia and was involved in protests in 1968.
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Switzerland:
Paul Auster is mentioned as a colleague of Jonathan Lethem.
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Germany:
Paul Auster is mentioned as the father of Sophie Auster and a writer who passed away from cancer.
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