Rudyard Kipling
Rudyard Kipling was a British author and poet, best known for his works such as 'The Jungle Book' and 'Kim.' Born in 1865 in India, Kipling's writing often reflects his experiences in British India, and he is celebrated for his vivid storytelling and masterful use of language. His poem 'If—,' quoted by Prasad Sanyal at the TOISA 2024, emphasizes themes of resilience and perseverance, which resonate deeply in the realm of sports and human achievement.
Born on Dec 30, 1865 (159 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | 1 | 7.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 15,338 | $48,000 | 26$ |
| Greece | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 4,450 | $190,000 | 81$ |
| Tunisia | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 11,818,619 | 8,880 | $45,000 | 34$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,052 | $15,000 | 10$ |
| Totals | 4 | 53,638,783 | 30,720 | $298,000 | 151$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Rudyard Kipling wrote the famous line, 'East is East, and West is West, and never the twain shall meet.'
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Greece:
Warren Buffett references Rudyard Kipling's poem 'If' to illustrate his investment philosophy.
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Venezuela:
Rudyard Kipling wrote a famous poem titled 'Mandalay' published in 1890.
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Tunisia:
The show is adapted from the famous story by British writer Rudyard Kipling.
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United Kingdom:
In 1899, Rudyard Kipling’s infamously racist poem, The White Man’s Burden, urged Americans to emulate the British empire.
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Greece:
Mágda Kórpi references the writing of Rudyard Kipling as an influence on her work.
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Belarus:
Rudyard Kipling is known for his poem 'Boots', which reflects on the horrors of war.
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New Zealand:
Rudyard Kipling was a great writer, described by Henry James as 'the most complete man of genius', author of The Jungle Book and Kim.
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India:
Quoting Rudyard Kipling’s iconic lines from If, he highlighted the resilience and determination that define champions.
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