Abdulrazak Gurnah
Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Tanzanian novelist and academic, known for his exploration of themes such as colonialism, identity, and displacement in his works. In 2021, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, recognizing his profound narrative skill and his unique perspective as a writer hailing from Zanzibar. His latest novel, 'Theft,' delves into the lives of teenagers navigating familial complexities and the socio-political landscape of post-colonial Tanzania, showcasing his ability to weave intricate personal stories against broader historical contexts.
Born on Dec 04, 1948 (76 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | 1 | 9.00 | 0.21% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 125,229 | $63,000 | 132$ |
| Slovenia | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 2,078,938 | 1,841 | $56,000 | 50$ |
| Totals | 2 | 61,813,151 | 127,070 | $119,000 | 182$ |
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Slovenia:
Abdulrazak Gurnah, a Nobel laureate, is among the writers who have called for the French government to resume the evacuation program for artists from Gaza.
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Tanzania:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is Zanzibar’s most celebrated novelist and a Nobel laureate.
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Tanzania:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Zanzibar born novelist whose writing reflects the complexities of exile and belonging.
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Denmark:
Abdulrazak Gurnah has captured the reader's attention with his new novel titled 'Tyveri'.
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Argentina:
Abdulrazak Gurnah won the Nobel Prize in 2021.
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Ireland:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is invited to a dinner party for his literary contributions.
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Tanzania:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is the 2021 Nobel Prize winner and author of the novel Theft.
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Sweden:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Tanzanian author who won the Nobel Prize in 2021 and is known for his novel 'Stöld'.
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Germany:
Abdulrazak Gurnah was unexpectedly awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2021.
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Dominican Republic:
Abdulrazak Gurnah received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2021.
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