Meeting with poet, prose writer and literary columnist Denis Beznosov, author of the novels “Evidence of Habitation” and “Territory of Memory”.
“Evidence of Habitation” is a polyphonic reflection on catastrophe and totalitarianism. “Territory of Memory” is a novel about collective guilt and the endless repetition of history. Both books are part of the “Trilogy of Powerlessness”.
In “Testimonies,” a chorus of voices woven from monologues, streams of consciousness, newsreels, and propaganda reels record a history of destruction, and real phenomena are pushed to the limit. In “Territory,” four characters - Jaspers, Arendt, Eichmann, Bernhard - find themselves trapped in the middle of rounded-spiral time, in a space constructed from numerous film quotes by Godard, Chytilová, René, Antonioni, and others.
Together with the author we will talk about the connection between the two novels, about the idea of the “Trilogy of Powerlessness” and about its main themes and subtexts. The meeting will also be attended by Pavel Mikheev, an actor from the HUSH voice-over studio, who will read several excerpts from Denis Beznosov's works.
What Are the Objectives of the Award?
The primary goal of the Award is to support authors and promote Russian-language literature worldwide. We welcome all who write and read in Russian, regardless of citizenship or place of residence. We aim to foster a Russian-language culture free from political and imperial influences.
How Is the Award Process Conducted?
The Prize is awarded annually. The Jury holds a vote in which each member selects between one and three works. The author whose work receives the highest number of votes becomes the winner.
What Awards Are Provided?
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When Does the Submission Period for the Competition Start and End?
Submissions for the third season of the prize will open on July 15, 2026, and close on October 15, 2026.
When will the list of finalists and winners be announced?
On January 20, 2027, the Council of Experts will announce the shortlist. The Independent Jury will announce the winner on May 25, 2027.
What are the conditions for the nomination of a book for the award
Works published in 2025 are eligible for the third season of the competition. Eligible works (novels, novellas, short story and essay collections, documentary prose) may have been published either as standalone editions or in literary magazines. Nominations may be submitted by publishing houses and magazine editorial boards, as well as by the authors themselves or third parties (with the author's consent and written confirmation). Texts must be submitted for consideration in electronic format. The DAR Prize is open to all authors. Given the prize's main goals — promoting contemporary Russian-language literature outside of Russia — and the nature of the award itself (a translation grant), priority will be given to authors whose works have not previously been translated into English, French, or German.
