Canadian poet and essayist Anne Carson has been awarded this year's Nobel Prize in Literature. The 76-year-old writer is known for work that moves between poetry, prose and academic study.
The Nobel Committee praised Carson's courageous and innovative writing, saying it creates new forms in contemporary literature through a fascinating dialogue with the classical tradition.
Anne Carson's literary work
Carson's writing spans several forms, bringing together poetry, prose and academic study. The committee's recognition highlighted her experimentation and engagement with classical traditions as central features of her contribution to contemporary literature.
