Category Archives: Nobel Prize

Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha

Posted on September 14, 2008 by An alien Earthling

This book was recommended by my friend Axinia. Siddhartha is a German novel written by the Nobel Prize winning writer Hermann Hesse. The German-turned-Swiss author’s book was first published in 1922. Herman Hesse’s Siddhartha . . . I read the … Continue reading →

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Madiba

Posted on July 20, 2008 by An alien Earthling

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, popularly known as Madiba in South Africa, turned 90 on July 18. Read more about him in this link. Madiba on a stamp issued by the former USSR . . . the 10 kopeck (1 rouble = … Continue reading →

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Orhan Pamuk: a true hero of our times!

Posted on March 29, 2008 by An alien Earthling

The first Turkish national who comes to my mind is Orhan Pamuk. I think he is the greatest Turk of the present age and one of the greatest Turks of all time! Yes, this post is about Ferit Orhan Pamuk, … Continue reading →

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