Nuruddin Farah
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Summary
Nuruddin Farah was born on November 24, 1945[1], in Baidoa[2]. He has worked as a writer[3] and novelist[4]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (1,022 views/month, #7,253 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Spouse: Amina Mama[6]
- Country of citizenship: Somalia[7]
- Ethnic group: Somalis[8]
- Educated at: Panjab University[9], University of Essex[10], University of London[11]
- Notable work: From a Crooked Rib[12]
- Award received: Neustadt International Prize for Literature[13], Kurt Tucholsky Prize[14], Q131138036[15]
- Member of: American Academy of Arts and Sciences[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Commons category: Nuruddin Farah[18]
- Family name: Farah[19]
- Given name: Nuruddin[20]
- Described by source: Dictionary of African Biography[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[22], Italian[23]
Why It Matters
Nuruddin Farah has Wikipedia articles in 22 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[24] He is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Nuruddin Farah born?
Nuruddin Farah's place of birth was Baidoa[2].
Who was Nuruddin Farah married to?
Nuruddin Farah's spouses include Amina Mama[6].
What did Nuruddin Farah do for work?
Nuruddin Farah worked as a writer[3] and novelist[4].
Where did Nuruddin Farah go to school?
Nuruddin Farah was educated at Panjab University[9], University of Essex[10], and University of London[11].
What awards did Nuruddin Farah receive?
Honors received include Neustadt International Prize for Literature[13], Kurt Tucholsky Prize[14], and Q131138036[15].