Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai
Indian writer
Died when: 86 years 358 days (1043 months)Star Sign: Aries
Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai (17 April 1912 – 10 April 1999), popularly known as Thakazhi after his place of birth, was an Indian novelist and short story writer of Malayalam literature.
He wrote over 30 novels and novellas and over 7 short stories focusing on the lives of the oppressed classes.Known for his works such as Kayar (Coir, 1978) and Chemmeen (Prawns, 1956), Pillai was a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, the third highest Indian civilian award.
He was also a recipient of the Jnanpith, India's highest literary award, awarded in 1984 for the novel Kayar.
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