The authors of that period were influenced by the works of contemporary French writers, whose language was culturally and literally prestigious.

Ironically, with each rewriting of this "one story" the author is influenced by changes in attitudes and cultures between the original and current era of creation.

The author of the declaration of independence had been strongly influenced by the rationalism of enlightenment France, where he served as US ambassador from 1785-1789.

Although it has not conclusively been established, the author may have been stylistically influenced by Aśvaghoṣa.

Many poets, authors and artists have been influenced and fascinated by the Stockholm archipelago.

The author was influenced by the rival atomic tests by the Soviet Union and the USA.

When using a game world to create a story, the author is influenced by the engine.

Many of the laws can be found elsewhere in the Torah, and it is likely the Deuteronomistic author(s) were influenced by such laws.

Many authors, especially those of the Beat Generation, wrote about their experiences with peyote, or were otherwise influenced by the plant.

Subsequent authors like Errol Fuller were influenced by Rothschild's reference work.