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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slovenia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,945 | $56,000 | 52$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 192,739 | $1,500,000 | 1,370$ |
| Totals | 2 | 213,128,465 | 194,684 | $1,556,000 | 1,422$ |
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Recent Mentions
Brazil:
Paul Auster is among the distinguished writers who have visited the Ateneo.
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Slovenia:
Paul Auster is one of the prominent figures in world literature featured at the Conrad Festival in Krakow.
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Italy:
Paul Auster is mentioned as the owner of a beloved bookstore where Mamdani distributed candy to children.
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Andorra:
Paul Auster is the author of the novel 'Baumgartner', which was published before his death.
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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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