William Burroughs
William Burroughs was an influential American writer and a prominent figure of the Beat Generation, known for his groundbreaking novel 'Naked Lunch.' He lived in various places throughout his life, including San Miguel de Allende, which attracted artists and writers in the 20th century. His time in this picturesque city contributed to its legacy as a creative hub.
Born on Feb 05, 1914 (111 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico | 1 | 7.00 | 0.11% | +0% | 128,932,753 | 136,149 | $1,200,000 | 1,267$ |
| Israel | 1 | 6.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 6,132 | $400,000 | 266$ |
| Colombia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 50,882,884 | 30,451 | $350,000 | 209$ |
| Italy | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 35,378 | $2,000,000 | 1,170$ |
| Totals | 4 | 249,494,363 | 208,110 | $3,950,000 | 2,912$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Italy:
William Burroughs collaborated with Bob Wilson, contributing to his artistic endeavors.
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Colombia:
William Burroughs is noted as a literary influence on Mateo García Elizondo, particularly for his work Yonqui.
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Israel:
William Burroughs wrote about heroin and its connection to sexuality.
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Mexico:
William Burroughs is referenced as an example of someone who enjoyed freedom in Mexico during the pandemic.
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Argentina:
William Burroughs developed an interesting use of sound as a weapon in his artistic practices.
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Australia:
He is mentioned as a Beat generation poet who worked in San Miguel de Allende.
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