Congratulations, Dr Alvin B Yapan and Dr Christian Jil R Benitez!
13 Sep 2025
The Department of Filipino and the School of Humanities proudly congratulate Dr Alvin B Yapan and Dr Christian Jil R Benitez for the recognition of Time of the Eye (Ang Sandali ng mga Mata) in the inaugural round of PEN Presents x International Booker Prize.
Originally written in Filipino by Dr. Yapan and translated into English by Dr. Benitez, the novel is set in Sagrada, Bicol, and follows three generations of the Nueva family whose stories intertwine with Philippine history. The work was previously awarded the Philippine National Book Award for a novel in a Philippine language and is now being brought to wider international readership through this recognition.
This achievement marks an important milestone for Philippine literature, showcasing its depth and artistry on the global stage.
Read more at PEN Presents - Time of the Eye
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