Roland Barthes
Roland Barthes was a prominent French literary theorist, philosopher, and critic, celebrated for his influential works on semiotics and structuralism. His ideas have profoundly shaped modern literary theory and criticism, making him a key figure in 20th-century thought.
Born on Nov 12, 1915 (109 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,998 | $1,400,000 | 569$ |
| Totals | 1 | 46,754,778 | 18,998 | $1,400,000 | 569$ |
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Spain:
Roland Barthes referred to the phenomenon of 'marcelismo' in relation to Proust's work.
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Colombia:
Roland Barthes directed the doctoral thesis of Pascal Bruckner, showcasing his influence on contemporary thought.
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Sweden:
Roland Barthes is referenced among the literary figures that Bortoluci engages with.
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Israel:
Roland Barthes is a French theorist whose works inspired Mishani's writing.
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United Kingdom:
Roland Barthes writes about the ‘punctum’ of a photograph, an element that unexpectedly affects the viewer.
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Italy:
Roland Barthes theorized the concept of nénéismo, which involves weighing two opposites against each other.
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France:
Roland Barthes was among the signatories of a 1977 petition advocating for sexual relations between adults and children.
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