Amitav Ghosh, an acclaimed Indian author of Bengali descent, won the Commonwealth Writers' Prize in 1993 for his novel 'The Shadow Lines.' The book explores themes of memory, identity, and nationalism, reflecting on the 1964 Calcutta riots and their impact on families in India and Bangladesh. Ghosh's work is celebrated for its nuanced portrayal of South Asian history and culture.
Prize List
Commonwealth Writers' Prize 1993 - Amitav Ghosh
Curated award and prize reference list.
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