Tom Robbins

Tom Robbins

writer United States

Tom Robbins was an acclaimed American author known for his whimsical and satirical novels that became emblematic of the counterculture movement in the 1970s. His works, such as 'Even Cowgirls Get the Blues' and 'Still Life with Woodpecker', featured eccentric characters and explored themes of love, identity, and the absurdity of life, often infused with a playful sense of humor. Robbins's unique narrative style and philosophical musings resonated with a generation seeking alternative perspectives during a time of social upheaval. His books became staples of the era, achieving both cult status and commercial success, and he remained a significant figure in American literature until his passing at the age of 92.

Born on Jul 22, 1932 (92 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
332,987
Power
3,663$
Sentiment
8.93
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Greece 3 9.00 0.12% +10% 10,423,054 13,959 $190,000 254$
United Kingdom 2 8.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 36,527 $2,700,000 1,453$
Canada 1 9.00 0.04% +0% 38,005,238 16,090 $1,700,000 720$
Italy 1 9.00 0.03% +0% 60,461,826 19,311 $2,000,000 639$
Czech Republic 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 10,708,981 3,755 $245,000 86$
India 1 9.00 0.02% +0% 1,380,004,385 243,344 $2,900,000 511$
Totals 9 1,567,489,495 332,986 $9,735,000 3,663$
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Greece Greece: Tom Robbins was an American writer known for his playful and philosophical novels. 9

Kathimerini: Τομ Ρόμπινς (1932-2025): Η σοβαρότητα ενός παιχνιδιάρη συγγραφέα

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Tom Robbins was a bestselling chronicler known for his whimsical and off-the-wall writing style. 9

The Guardian: A life in quotes: Tom Robbins | Books

India India: Tom Robbins was a bestselling comic novelist known for his fantastical characters and irreverent humor. 9

The Times of India: Bestselling comic novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92

Italy Italy: Tom Robbins was an American author known for his cult novels and contributions to counterculture. 9

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United Kingdom United Kingdom: Tom Robbins, whose novels read like a hit of literary LSD, filled with fantastical characters, manic metaphors and counterculture whimsy, has died aged 92. 7

The Guardian: Tom Robbins, comic novelist of US counterculture, dies aged 92 | Books

United States United States: Tom Robbins was a writer whose comic novels drew a cult following. 9

The New York Times: Tom Robbins, Whose Comic Novels Drew a Cult Following, Dies at 92