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I who have cursed — Derek Walcott

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I who have cursed

The drunken officer of British rule, how choose

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Protest, Resistance and Revolution
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Derek Walcott LC

Derek Walcott

1930-01-23 — 2017-03-17 · Castries

Derek Walcott was a Saint Lucian poet and playwright, celebrated for his sweeping epics and lyrical meditations on Caribbean identity, history, and the enduring power of the natural world. His work often explored the complex legacy of colonialism, the interplay of different cultures, and the search for selfhood in a postcolonial landscape. Educated in the British tradition yet deeply rooted in the Caribbean, Walcott's poetry is characterized by its rich imagery, classical allusions, and masterful use of language, often blending European literary forms with the rhythms and spirit of his native islands. He received numerous accolades for his contributions to literature, including the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Awards (7)
1992
Nobel de Literatura

The Nobel Prize in Literature is awarded annually to authors who have produced outstanding works in the field of literature, with an ideal geared towards humanity.

2015
Griffin Lifetime Recognition

Canadian award recognizing a poet's lifetime work, celebrating their lasting contribution to poetry.

2010
T.S. Eliot Prize

The T.S. Eliot Prize is one of the UK's most prestigious literary awards, dedicated exclusively to poetry. It recognizes excellence in contemporary poetry published in the UK and Ireland.

1988
Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry

Gold medal awarded by the Queen of the United Kingdom to a poet for a notable work or a life dedicated to poetry.

1986
LA Times Book Prize - Poetry

The Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Poetry is one of the most prestigious literary awards in the United States, recognizing excellence in poetry published annually.

2011
OCM Bocas Prize

The OCM Bocas Prize for Caribbean Literature celebrates excellence in Caribbean writing, awarding works published in English, French, Creole, or Spanish that reflect the region's cultural diversity and richness. It recognizes emerging and established authors.

1969
Cholmondeley Awards

Annual award granted to British poets for works published in the UK, focusing on quality and merit, without specific categories.

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