The Nobel Prize in Literature 1902 was awarded to Theodor Mommsen the greatest living master of the art of historical writing, with special reference to his monumental work, A history of Rome.
Carl Gustaf Verner von Heidenstam won The Nobel Prize in Literature in 1916 for his vivid epic writings which revitalized the appreciation of Swedish literature. His work reflected a deep understanding of Swedish history and culture, and his influential poetry and prose captured the essence of the Swedish landscape.
The Nobel Prize in Literature 1929 was awarded to Thomas Mann principally for his great novel, Buddenbrooks, which has won steadily increased recognition as one of the classic works of contemporary literature.
The Nobel Prize in Literature 1944 was awarded to Johannes V. Jensen for the rare strength and fertility of his poetic imagination with which is combined an intellectual curiosity of wide scope and a bold, freshly creative style.
The Nobel Prize in Literature 1946 was awarded to Hermann Hesse for his inspired writings which, while growing in boldness and penetration, exemplify the classical humanitarian ideals and high qualities of style.
The Nobel Prize in Literature 1916 was awarded to Verner von Heidenstam in recognition of his significance as the leading representative of a new era in our literature.
Carl Gustaf Verner von Heidenstam won The Nobel Prize in Literature in 1917.
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Gustaf Nobel was born in 1950.
Nils Gustaf Dalen won The Nobel Prize in Physics in 1913.
Nils Gustaf Dalen won The Nobel Prize in Physics in 1912.
The Nobel Prize in Physics 1912 was awarded to Gustaf Dalen for his invention of automatic regulators for use in conjunction with gas accumulators for illuminating lighthouses and buoys.
No, Charles Dickens did not receive the Nobel Prize for Literature. The Nobel Prize in Literature was established in 1901, after his death in 1870.
Yes, he won the Nobel Prize in literature in 1983.
Alice Munro received the Nobel Prize for literature in 2013.
Franois Mauriac won The Nobel Prize in Literature in 1952.
Salvatore Quasimodo won The Nobel Prize in Literature in 1959.
John Steinbeck won The Nobel Prize in Literature in 1962.