Colm Tóibín
Colm Tóibín is an acclaimed Irish novelist, short story writer, playwright, and essayist known for his deep explorations of themes such as identity, family, and the complexities of human emotions. Born in Enniscorthy, County Wexford, in 1955, Tóibín's works often reflect his Irish heritage and the intricacies of personal relationships. His notable novels include 'The Master,' which is a fictional portrayal of the life of Henry James, and 'Brooklyn,' a poignant story of immigration and belonging that was adapted into a successful film. Tóibín's writing is celebrated for its lyrical prose and its ability to convey profound emotional truths.
Born on May 30, 1955 (71 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| United Kingdom | 1 | 6.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,388 | $2,700,000 | 1,169$ |
| Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 29,388 | $2,700,000 | 1,169$ |
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Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
I was reminded of novelist Colm Tóibín telling me why there were no gods in his story House of Names.
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Ireland:
Colm Tóibín discusses James Joyce's Ulysses on Arena, providing an accessible guide to the novel.
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Ireland:
Colm Tóibín discusses James Joyce's Ulysses on Arena, providing an accessible guide to the novel.
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United Kingdom:
172 respondents cast 1,720 votes – including Stephen King, Elif Shafak, Salman Rushdie, Maggie O’Farrell, Ian McEwan, Bernardine Evaristo, Colm Tóibín and Siri Hustvedt.
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Ireland:
Colm Tóibín is referenced for his essay Erasures, which discusses the challenges of writing about the Famine.
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Ireland:
Tóibín is a novelist who selects the writer-in-residence for a workspace refurbished by Iput.
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Canada:
Nine new stories from the Irish master promise to feature characters both familiar and new.
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Ireland:
Colm Tóibín is the editor of 'An Arrow in Flight: Selected and introduced by Colm Tóibín'.
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North Macedonia:
Colm Tóibín's novel 'The Testament of Mary' inspired the monodrama 'Bezgrešna'.
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United Kingdom:
Colm Tóibín wrote about the local perceptions of divine retribution related to the murders of the Graham brothers.
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