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Portuguese writer Lídia Jorge has been awarded the 2026 Austrian State Prize for European Literature.

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Who
Portuguese writer Lídia Jorge, Austria's vice-chancellor and minister for Arts and Culture Andreas Babler
What
Portuguese writer Lídia Jorge has been awarded the 2026 Austrian State Prize for European Literature.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:21:20 GMT · 4h 6m ago
Where
Austria ·
Why
The prize recognizes her complete literary work, which includes themes such as critique of European colonialism, social inequality, and discrimination.
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This award highlights Lídia Jorge's significant contributions to European literature and brings international recognition to her body of work, particularly her engagement with post-colonial themes.

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