The Jiří Theiner Award 2026 will be announced and presented on Thursday, May 14, during the official opening of the 31st International Book Fair and Literary Festival Book World Prague 2026.
The Jiří Theiner Freedom of Speech Award 2025 was presented to Algerian writer Boualem Sansal. This acclaimed author was recognized for his fearless and profound exploration of controversial social and political issues through literature. In his works, Sansal consistently upholds the values of freedom of expression, intellectual integrity, and critical reflection on all forms of authoritarianism. He courageously addresses themes such as political corruption, religious extremism, and social repression - often at great personal risk.
The detailed rules and conditions can be found in the Statute of the Jiří Theiner Award.
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