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What year did Kästner win the Hans Christian Andersen Medal?

  • 1965

  • 1950

  • 1972

  • 1960

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The Hans Christian Andersen Medal, the highest international recognition given to an author of children's books, was bestowed upon Erich Kästner in 1960. This prestigious honor acknowledged Kästner's exceptional contributions to children's literature, celebrating his ability to captivate young minds with his imaginative storytelling and profound insights into the world of childhood.
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