Pablo Martín Sánchez has been awarded the 2026 Premio Nacional a la Mejor Traducción for his Spanish translation of 'Lugares' by French author Georges Perec. The announcement was made this Thursday, recognizing his contribution to literary translation in the Spanish language.
Following the announcement, Martín Sánchez expressed a desire for the Premio Planeta to return to its roots as a strictly literary award. His comments highlight a perspective on the current state and perceived evolution of one of the most prominent literary prizes in the Spanish-speaking world.
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