Orlando Figes
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Summary
Orlando Figes was born on November 20, 1959[1], in Greater London[2]. He has worked as a writer[3], historian[4], lecturer[5], university teacher[6], and author[7]. He ranks in the top 0.71% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,866 views/month, #7,140 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of birth: London[9]
- Mother: Eva Figes[10]
- Country of citizenship: United Kingdom[11]
- Field of work: history[12]
- Employer: Birkbeck, University of London[13]
- Educated at: Trinity College[14], Gonville and Caius College[15], William Ellis School[16]
- Award received: Wolfson History Prize[17], Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature[18]
- Member of: Royal Society of Literature[19]
- Sex or gender: male[20]
- Commons category: Orlando Figes[21]
- Family name: Figes[22]
- Given name: Orlando[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[24]
- Sibling: Kate Figes[25]
Why It Matters
Orlando Figes has Wikipedia articles in 16 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[26] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[27]
FAQs
Where was Orlando Figes born?
Orlando Figes's place of birth was Greater London[2].
Who were Orlando Figes's parents?
Orlando Figes's mother was Eva Figes[10].
What did Orlando Figes do for work?
Orlando Figes worked as a writer[3], historian[4], lecturer[5], university teacher[6], and author[7].
Where did Orlando Figes go to school?
Orlando Figes was educated at Trinity College[14], Gonville and Caius College[15], and William Ellis School[16].
What awards did Orlando Figes receive?
Honors received include Wolfson History Prize[17] and Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature[18].