Seamus Heaney
Seamus Heaney (1939-2013) was an acclaimed Irish poet, playwright, and translator, celebrated for his profound and evocative poetry that often reflects on themes of nature, identity, and the complexities of the human experience. He received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1995, solidifying his status as one of the foremost writers of the 20th century.
Born on Apr 13, 1939 (86 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,692 | $5,100 | 5$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 33,164 | $2,700,000 | 1,319$ |
| Totals | 2 | 72,916,011 | 37,856 | $2,705,100 | 1,324$ |
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Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
Seamus Heaney’s collected poems are included in the poetry highlights.
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Ireland:
Best known for his grand-scale portraits – Irish sitters have included Brian Friel, Christy Moore, Edna O’Brien, Bono and Seamus Heaney.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney is one of the well-known public figures who sat for Colin Davidson.
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Italy:
Seamus Heaney is referenced for his poetic narrative about San Kevin and the life of God.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney's work, particularly The Spirit Level, is highlighted as a significant influence on the author's appreciation of poetry.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney is celebrated for his poetry and is the author of the recently published definitive edition of his collected works.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1995.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney was uncontactable for a day when he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1995.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney was a Nobel-winning poet who shared a dinner with Archer.
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Ireland:
Seamus Heaney is the poet who wrote the beautiful poem about his sisters, Ribbons.
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