Ernest Hemingway wins the literature prize for mastery of concise narrative and his influence on modern prose. The Old Man and the Sea exemplifies his restrained style and his recurring interest in courage under pressure.
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Ernest Hemingway
Nobel Prize history for Ernest Hemingway based on the award records stored in the World History Database.
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Recorded Nobel Prize awards
1 distinct award entry or entries in the World History Database.
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