In recent years the prestigious Pulitzer Prize has been praised and lambasted for the unorthodox award recipients. Critics have branded recent winners in music and literature as “non-traditional”. With a 105-year-old history, the Pulitzer Prize , announces winners every May on the recommendation of the Pulitzer Prize Board, composed of judges appointed by the university.
Established in 1917 by provisions in the will of Joseph Pulitzer, who made his fortune as a newspaper publisher, the annual awards recognise achievements in newspaper, magazine, online journalism, literature and musical composition within the United States. Prizes are awarded yearly with each winner receiving a certificate and a $15 000 cash award.last week — won a Pulitzer for his album.
This noticeable shift has left many questioning whether the Pulitzer Prize is selecting winners to reflect the times, or merely choosing to be controversial for some much needed publicity.
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