El Círculo de Bellas Artes grants its Medalla de Oro to the writer and essayist Antonio Scurati, in recognition of the literary, intellectual and civic relevance of his work, which constitutes one of the most significant contributions to contemporary European thought.

 

La Medalla de Oro del Círculo de Bellas Artes It recognizes those individuals who, throughout their careers, have made exceptional contributions to culture, the arts, and critical thought. In Scurati's case, the distinction is awarded, first and foremost, for the undeniable literary quality of his work, which has earned him such prestigious accolades as the Strega Prize and has placed him among the key authors of Italian and international narrative of recent decades.

 

Likewise, el Círculo It aims to highlight his commitment to defending democratic values ​​and his ability to convey to contemporary society a profound reflection on the dangers that threaten democracies. Through novels such as M. The son of the centuryScurati has demonstrated that literature can be a powerful tool for critically examining history, raising awareness about the mechanisms of authoritarianism, and fostering active consciousness against hate speech and exclusion. This commitment was once again evident in her recent participation in the Eñe Festival, held in el Círculo de Bellas Arteswhere his intervention generated a notable media and social impact.

 

With this Medalla de Oro, el Círculo de Bellas Artes It recognizes an author who embodies the value of the word as an act of public responsibility, and whose work opens necessary paths to understand—and defend—the present.