Abdulrazak Gurnah
Nobel Prize laureate in Literature 2021
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Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Tanzanian writer born in 1948. He is known for his works that explore the effects of colonialism and the experiences of refugees. In 2021, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his uncompromising and compassionate penetration of the effects of colonialism and the fate of the refugee, as well as for his exploration of the interactions between cultures and continents. His writings reflect a deep understanding of the complexities of identity and belonging.
Frequently asked
- Who is Abdulrazak Gurnah?
- Abdulrazak Gurnah is a Tanzanian writer born in 1948. He is known for his works that explore the effects of colonialism and the experiences of refugees. In 2021, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for his uncompromising and compassionate penetration of the effects of colonialism and the fate of the refugee, as well as for his exploration of the interactions between cultures and continents. His writings reflect a deep understanding of the complexities of identity and belonging.
- In what year did Abdulrazak Gurnah win the Nobel Prize?
- 2021 — Literature