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Ben Okri

Ben Okri is a Nigerian novelist and poet, born on March 15, 1959. He is one of the foremost African authors in the post-colonial tradition, and he gained international acclaim with his novel "The Famished Road," which won the Booker Prize in 1991. Okri's work often melds the dreamlike and the realistic, drawing heavily on the myths and folklore of his Nigerian heritage, as well as addressing the political and social issues facing Africa. His writing style frequently incorporates magical realism and explores themes such as freedom, the essence of reality, and the human spirit. Okri is also known for his essays and short stories, contributing greatly to the body of African literature and influencing the conversation around postcolonial identity and narrative.

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