CLEAN : Tanzanian writer Abdulrazak Gurnah wins Nobel Prize for Literature 2021

CLEAN : Tanzanian writer Abdulrazak Gurnah wins Nobel Prize for Literature 2021

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The video covers the announcement of the Nobel Prize in Literature for 2021, awarded to Abdulrazak Gurnah for his exploration of colonialism and refugee experiences. The Swedish Academy highlights his significant contributions to postcolonial literature, emphasizing his portrayal of East Africa and the Indian Ocean's history. The Academy also discusses the timeless relevance of themes like exile and migration in Gurnah's work.

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Who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature for 2021?

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What themes does Abdulrazak Gurnah explore in his novels?

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What is the significance of the coastal area around the Indian Ocean in Gurnah's work?

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How has the situation in Europe and the Mediterranean affected the Nobel Prize decision according to the speaker?

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What does the speaker imply about the phenomenon of exile and migration?

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