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The Role of Nonfiction in a World of Contested Truths: Writer Pankaj Mishra

The Role of Nonfiction in a World of Contested Truths: Writer Pankaj Mishra

Update: 2024-10-31
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Award-winning writer Pankaj Mishra argues that self-serving narratives of Western countries have masked agendas of imperialism and exploitation, resulting in widespread suspicion of liberal democracy itself. He is the winner of the 2024 Weston International Award, which he received in September. After delivering a talk, Mishra joined IDEAS host Nahlah Ayed onstage to have a conversation.

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The Role of Nonfiction in a World of Contested Truths: Writer Pankaj Mishra

The Role of Nonfiction in a World of Contested Truths: Writer Pankaj Mishra