Wole Soyinka
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Wole Soyinka is a renowned Nigerian playwright, poet, and essayist, celebrated for his extensive contributions to literature and his fierce advocacy for human rights. He was the first African laureate to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1986, recognized for his wide-ranging influence and profound reflections on the complexities of life in Africa. His works often explore the intersection of culture, politics, and identity, drawing from his rich Yoruba heritage while engaging with universal themes.
Nationalität
Nigerianisch
Geburtsdatum
July 13, 1934
Geburtsort
Abeokuta, Ogun, Nigeria
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