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The Strand Archive: The Man Asian Literary Prize

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14/03/2013

The Man Asian Literary Prize

BBC World Service - The Strand Archive, The Man Asian Literary Prize

Maya Jaggi, chair of the judges, reveals the name of the winner of the Man Asian Prize.

Maya Jaggi, chair of the judges, reveals the name of the winner of the Man Asian Literary Prize, one of the most prestigious literary awards in Asia.

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day. Presented by Samira Ahmed.

Man Asian Booker Prize 
Maya Jaggi, chair of the judges, reveals the name of the winner of the Man Asian Literary Prize, one of the most prestigious literary awards in Asia. 

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