Svetlana Alexievich Wins Ortega Prize: Voices of USSR Collapse

Svetlana Alexievich has been awarded the Ortega y Gasset Journalism Prize for 2026, recognizing her work documenting the experiences of those living through the end of the Soviet Union. Her work, particularly her book 'The Human Factor,' continues to explore the legacy of the 'Homo Sovieticus,' a concept she uses to analyze current events, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This award highlights the enduring importance of her investigations into memory and historical trauma.

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