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Pulitzer Prize Winners

Winners of the Pulitzer Prize are chosen by an independent board. Notable winners include President John F. Kennedy for Biography, Robert Frost for Poetry, and Margaret Leech for History. Winners receive a certificate and a US$10,000 cash award.

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Who was called the most dangerous person in America by California agricultural associations of the 1930s?

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Upton Sinclair, an American writer and political activist, was called the most dangerous person in America by California agricultural associations in the 1930s. His novel "The Jungle" exposed the harsh conditions of the meatpacking industry and led to significant reforms in food safety regulations.

Which Indian-born writer won the Pulitzer Prize for her collection of short stories 'The Interpreter of Maladies'?

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Jhumpa Lahiri won the Pulitzer Prize for her collection of short stories 'The Interpreter of Maladies.' She is known for her poignant portrayals of the Indian immigrant experience and themes of displacement and identity.

When did John Steinbeck receive the Pulitzer Prize and for what title?

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John Steinbeck won the Pulitzer Prize for Novels for his book The Grapes of Wrath in 1940. His novella, Of Mice and Men, never won a Pulitzer but did receive a 1938 Drama Critics' Circle Award.

When did Harper Lee win the Pulitzer Prize?

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Harper Lee won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1961 for her novel "To Kill a Mockingbird."

Is the novel the Scarlett Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne a Pulitzer Prize winner?

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No. Nathaniel Hawthorne's Scarlet Letter was written in 1850, 67 years before the first Pulitzer Prizes were awarded. Only writing published in the year before the award is given is eligible for Pulitzer nomination.

Who won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction in 2000?

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In 2000, the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction was awarded to Jhumpa Lahiri for her debut short story collection, "Interpreter of Maladies." This collection explored themes of identity, culture, and relationships among South Asian immigrants and their families in the United States.

What year was betty smith's A Tree Grows in Brooklyn nominated for the Pulitzer prize?

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She wrote the book as a autobiographical novel, in other words she wrote the story of her life in a novel. Not all of the events in the book are actual events of Betty Smith's life, but the basic idea of the novel is based on her life.

Who was the youngest winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction?

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The Pulitzer Prize(s) was first awarded in 1917. Contrary to popular belief, there is more than one Pulitzer given each year. Prizes are awarded for a number of subcategories under both Journalism and Letters, Drama and Music.

Which author was a Modernist poet whose poems focused on life in rural New England and who received the Pulitzer prize in 1924 and 1931 and 1937and 1943?

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The author you are referring to is Robert Frost. He was known for his Modernist poetry that focused on rural life in New England. Frost received the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1924, 1931, 1937, and 1943.

What modernist poet won the Pulitzer Prize in 1924 and 1931 and 1937 and 1943?

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Robert Frost won the Pulitzer Prize in Poetry in 1924, 1931, 1937, and 1943. Frost was one of the most celebrated American poets of the 20th century known for his vivid depictions of rural life and nature.

Why did Edwin Arlington Robinson win Pulitzer Prizes?

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Edwin Arlington Robinson won three Pulitzer Prizes for his poetry due to his skillful and innovative use of language, his exploration of complex human emotions and moral themes, and his ability to create vivid and memorable characters in his poems. His works were highly regarded for their introspective nature and deep insight into the human condition.

Who is a Pulitzer poet Marianne?

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Marianne Moore was an American modernist poet who won the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1952 for her collection "Collected Poems." She is known for her precise, witty, and innovative poetry that often explores themes of nature, morality, and language.

What of Carl Sandburg's writing won a Pulitzer Prize?

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Carl Sandburg won three Pulitzer Prizes during his career:

1919: Corn Huskers (poetry)

1940: Abraham Lincoln: The War Years (history, prose)

1951: Complete Poems (poetry)

Who was the Pulitzer Prize winning poet who painted word pictures of New England landscapes?

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Robert Frost, an American poet who was awarded the Pulitzer Prize four times over his lifetime, is known for his vivid and picturesque portrayals of New England landscapes in his poetry. His works often captured the beauty and harshness of nature, as well as the complexities of human existence.

Who are the Pulitzer Prize winners for Commentary?

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The Pulitzer Prize winners for Commentary change each year, so the current winners can be found on the official Pulitzer Prize website. Some past winners include Thomas Friedman, Anna Quindlen, and George Will.

Has one person won the Pulitzer Prize 49 times?

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No. There is no single individual who won 49 Pulitzer Prizes, but some newspapers and news organizations have accumulated many for journalism categories over the years.

The Associated Press (aka AP), which is not a newspaper but a "wire service" (or news bureau) that supplies articles and photographs to newspapers won 49 Pulitzer Prizes. Most of the their awards were for photography or photojournalism, and the majority of their wins were prior to 1990.

The New York Times has an impressive record of 109 wins since 1917, the greatest number of Pulitzer Prizes won by one organization, as of 2011.

What newspaper won a Pulitzer for its Watergate coverage?

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The Washington Post won a Pulitzer Prize for its Watergate coverage, specifically for reporting done by Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein in uncovering the scandal that ultimately led to President Richard Nixon's resignation in 1974.

Why did Angela's Ashes win the Pulitzer Prize?

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"Angela's Ashes" won the Pulitzer Prize for its authentic portrayal of growing up in poverty in Ireland and the emotional impact it had on the author's life. The book's raw and compelling narrative resonated with readers and critics alike, earning it the prestigious literary award.

How many Pulitzer Prizes did William Allen White win?

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William Allen White won two Pulitzer Prizes: one in 1923 for Editorial Writing for the Emporia Gazette; and one in 1947 for The Autobiography of William Allen White. His wife, Mrs. William Allen White received a Special Citation in 1944 for "...appreciation of Mrs. White's interest and services during the past seven years as a member of the Advisory Board of the Graduate School of Journalism, Columbia University."

What did Pulitzer offer Jack after he was arrested?

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Pulitzer offered Jack legal assistance and encouraged him to publicly confess in exchange for a lighter sentence.

What is the sentence structure for the novel laughing boy which won the Pulitzer prize in 1929 is a story about Navajo's torn between two worlds?

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The novel "Laughing Boy," which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1930, tells the story of a Navajo man torn between tradition and modernity. It explores themes of cultural identity and the challenges of navigating different worlds.

Which fictional comic-book character has won a Pulitzer PrizePeter Parker Clark Kent Bruce Wayne Tony Stark?

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Peter Parker, known as Spider-Man, is the fictional comic-book character who has won a Pulitzer Prize for his work as a photographer at the Daily Bugle.

Is there a list of women winners of Pulitzer prizes in fiction?

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Yes, some notable female winners of the Pulitzer Prize in Fiction include Margaret Mitchell for "Gone with the Wind," Harper Lee for "To Kill a Mockingbird," and Jhumpa Lahiri for "Interpreter of Maladies."

If i won pch June 30 how do i know?

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Publishers Clearing House typically notifies winners by mail or in person. If you have won a prize, you will be contacted directly - you don't need to take any action to claim your prize. Be cautious of scams or fraudsters who may try to impersonate Publishers Clearing House to trick you into giving away personal information or money.

Rube goldberg was a Pulitzer prize winning for what three things?

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Rube Goldberg was a Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist, best known for his humorous comics that depicted absurdly complex machines performing simple tasks.