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In her acceptance speech, Witt cited Isherwood’s writing about pre-WWII Berlin as a major influence.

Investigative journalist Emily Witt accepted the Christopher Isherwood Prize for Autobiographical Prose for her memoir “Health and Safety: A Breakdown,” about her exploration of New York’s nightlife scene.

Prof Witt said the disagreement was "not so much about substantive antitrust principles," given the US government is itself taking a number of big tech companies to court over alleged monopoly power.

However, a smattering of experts consider Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. a viable first pick as well.

This year, the ceremony honors Iyer with the Robert Kirsch Award for lifetime achievement, Gorman with the Innovator’s Award and Emily Witt with the Christopher Isherwood Prize for Autobiographical Prose.