Goethe Prize
German literary award / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Goethe Prize of the City of Frankfurt (German: Goethe-Preis der Stadt Frankfurt am Main) is an award for achievement "worthy of honour in memory of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe" made by the city of Frankfurt am Main, Germany. It was usually an annual award until 1955, and thereafter has been triennial.[1] Following a decision of municipal authorities in 1952, the "Award of the Goethe Prize" only takes place every three years. Many recipients are authors, but persons working in several other creative and scientific fields have been honoured. The prize money is €50,000.[2]
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| Goethe Prize | |
|---|---|
| Awarded for | Achievement worthy of honour in memory of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe |
| Date | 1927 (1927) |
| Location | Frankfurt am Main |
| Country | Germany |
| Reward(s) | €50,000, certificate written on parchment |
| Website | goethe-preis |
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