Orhan Pamuk received the Sonning prize on october 26th, 2012 for his contributions to European culture. In his acceptance speech he said: “To think that my novels, my essays might inspire in some small way be a part of this great culture is a happiness matched only by the honor of receiving this great prize.”The prize was given by Ralf Hemmingsen, Rector of Copenhagen University, in Copenhagen, Denmark.
The Sonning Prize is the largest cultural award in Denmark. The Prize amount is DKK 1 million and supports the promotion of European culture.
