Overview

• Eduardo Mendoza was named the 2025 Princess of Asturias Award laureate for Letters on May 14, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of his debut novel, 'La verdad sobre el caso Savolta'.
• The jury, chaired by Santiago Muñoz Machado, recognized Mendoza as a 'provider of happiness for readers' and highlighted his 'decisive contribution' to Spanish-language literature over the past half-century.
• Mendoza's work is celebrated for blending popular language with scholarly registers, combining humor and a lighthearted, humanistic view of existence.
• The Barcelona-born author has previously won major honors, including the Premio Planeta, Franz Kafka Prize, and Premio Cervantes, solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary literature.
• During a press conference, Mendoza humorously reflected on his career, stating he has spent his life 'writing and loafing,' and expressed gratitude for the recognition of his intergenerational literary impact.