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Daoud's "Houris" Wins Goncourt Prize
Kamel Daoud's novel "Houris" wins the prestigious Goncourt Prize, despite being banned in Algeria for its depiction of the country's civil war.
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- Why is Kamel Daoud's novel banned in Algeria?
- The novel is banned in Algeria due to its depiction of the country's civil war, a period the government seeks to suppress.
- What award did Kamel Daoud win and for which novel?
- Kamel Daoud's novel, "Houris," won the prestigious Goncourt prize. The novel depicts the aftermath of Algeria's civil war on a young woman.
- To whom did Kamel Daoud dedicate his Goncourt Prize?
- Daoud dedicated his award to his deceased father and his mother, expressing his deep gratitude.
- What is the central theme or subject matter of Daoud's winning novel?
- Daoud's book has faced censorship in his native Algeria because it delves into the painful history of the country's civil war.
- What has been the reception of the book in France despite the ban in Algeria?
- Despite the ban in Algeria, "Houris" has been a great success in France, selling over 60,000 copies.