The newly awarded Nobel laureate in literature would donate the prize money to charity
Canadian author Anne Carson was recently awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. The prestigious recognition comes with a significant cash prize, amounting to nearly 400 million Hungarian forints when converted.
The author reacted with surprise to the Swedish Academy's decision when the prize was announced. According to reports, Carson jokingly messaged the committee, saying, "You are crazy," referring to the unexpected honor.
The author does not plan to keep the large sum of money that comes with the prize. She is currently considering donating the entire cash award to charity in order to support various organizations.
The Nobel Prize in Literature is one of the world's most prestigious awards, granted annually to creators who have made outstanding contributions to the field of literature. Anne Carson's gesture is exemplary to many, as renouncing the prize money is a rare and noble decision among recipients.