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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 9.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 6,918 | $89,000 | 57$ |
| Germany | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 47,123 | $3,845,000 | 2,163$ |
| Totals | 2 | 94,631,852 | 54,041 | $3,934,000 | 2,220$ |
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Recent Mentions
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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Greece:
Abdulrazak Gurnah's novel 'Near the Sea' tells the story of refugees from Zanzibar.
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Ireland:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Nobel Prize-winning author known for his novels set between Europe and East Africa.
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Australia:
Abdulrazak Gurnah is the author of the novel Theft, which explores postcolonial themes in Tanzania.
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Canada:
Gurnah won the Nobel Prize in 2021 for his uncompromising and compassionate penetration of the effects of colonialism.
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United Kingdom:
Abdulrazak Gurnah’s new novel, Theft, is his first since becoming a Nobel laureate in 2021.
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