Orhan Pamuk
Turkish novelist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
June 7th, 1952
73 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Turkey
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A Turkish-American novelist and academic, significant contributions to literature came through innovative narrative techniques and a blend of historical and contemporary themes. Wrote several acclaimed novels, including 'Snow', 'The Museum of Innocence', and 'My Name is Red'. Received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2006, marking a prominent recognition of literary achievement. Engaged in discussions surrounding cultural identity and political issues through literary works.
Received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2006
Authored 'My Name is Red'
Wrote 'The Museum of Innocence'
Created 'Snow'
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