Wilhelm Raabe Prize Honors German-Language Literature
The 'Wilhelm Raabe-Literature Prize of Partner City Brunswick and Germany' is a prestigious award in Germany, recognising outstanding works of contemporary German-language literature. Established in 1944, the prize was initially known as the 'Wilhelm Raabe Prize' and was renamed in 1990. It is one of the most highly endowed awards in Germany, with a prize money of 30,000,- € since 2009.
The prize is awarded annually in November to support current German-language contemporary literature. It was redesigned in 2000 to focus on exceptional individual works, rather than debuts, and is now given biennially. A nine-member jury, formed specifically for the award, selects the winning novel. The jury considers works published in the year of the award, with the exact names of the members not specified.
The 'Wilhelm Raabe-Literature Prize of Partner City Brunswick and Germany' plays a significant role in promoting and recognising excellence in German-language literature. Its annual awarding supports the contemporary literary scene and honours the legacy of poet Wilhelm Raabe.
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