William Faulkner
William Faulkner was an acclaimed American author known for his complex narratives and innovative writing style. His quote referenced by Bill Broyles in the documentary 'Vietnam: La guerra que cambió a Estados Unidos' emphasizes the lasting impact of history on the present.
Born on Sep 25, 1897 (128 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 31,964 | $1,700,000 | 1,430$ |
| Greece | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 10,423,054 | 8,474 | $190,000 | 154$ |
| Totals | 2 | 48,428,292 | 40,438 | $1,890,000 | 1,584$ |
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Greece:
William Faulkner describes the rise and fall of his character Thomas Sutpen in Absalom, Absalom!
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Canada:
William Faulkner was cited by Mordecai Richler as an example of a celebrity writer with a dismal track record.
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Dominican Republic:
William Faulkner deserves to be read over and over again as a significant writer from the United States.
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Portugal:
William Faulkner is mentioned as an inspiration for António Lobo Antunes' early works.
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India:
William Faulkner was a prominent American writer known for his modernist techniques and exploration of Southern culture.
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Dominican Republic:
William Faulkner is mentioned in the context of literary influences.
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Ireland:
Blindboy references William Faulkner's quote about the past to illustrate his own experiences and feelings.
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Hungary:
Krasznahorkai expressed gratitude to William Faulkner.
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Switzerland:
William Faulkner is another author whose works on extreme violence have influenced Édouard Louis.
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Taiwan:
Past winners of the literature prize include American novelist and short story writer William Faulkner in 1949.
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