Miguel Ángel Asturias

Miguel Ángel Asturias

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Miguel Ángel Asturias (1899-1974) was a Guatemalan writer, diplomat, and Nobel laureate in Literature, known for his influential works that explore themes of indigenous culture, social injustice, and political oppression in Latin America. His most famous novel, 'El Señor Presidente,' critiques authoritarianism through a surrealist lens, reflecting his deep commitment to social issues and his experiences with the oppressive regimes in his home country. Asturias's literary contributions have earned him a significant place in Latin American literature, and he is celebrated for his role in advocating for the rights of the indigenous peoples and for his lasting influence on the region's literary tradition.

Born on Oct 19, 1899 (126 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
52,050
Power
438$
Sentiment
8.28
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Argentina 1 8.00 0.08% +0% 45,195,774 37,046 $450,000 369$
Guatemala 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 17,915,568 15,005 $82,000 69$
Totals 2 63,111,342 52,051 $532,000 438$
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Recent Mentions

Guatemala Guatemala: The Guatemalan writer Miguel Ángel Asturias is being repatriated through the efforts of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 7

Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951: Cancillería y Cultura oficializan gestiones para repatriar los restos de Miguel Ángel Asturias

Argentina Argentina: Asturias is mentioned for his character Cara de Ángel in 'El señor presidente' as an example of servility. 5

Clarín: Argentina, Hamlet y la política exterior