American poet Louise Gluck wins Nobel Literature Prize

Gluck was honoured 'for her unmistakable poetic voice that with austere beauty makes individual existence universal,' said the Swedish Academy. Photo: AFP

The Nobel Literature Prize went to American poet Louise Gluck, the jury at the Swedish Academy said on Oct 8, honouring a writer known for themes of childhood and family life.

Gluck, 77, was honoured "for her unmistakable poetic voice that with austere beauty makes individual existence universal," the Academy said.