# Cundill History Prize

- **Website:** <https://cundillprize.com>
- **Primary alias:** `cundillprize.com`

## Description

The Cundill Prize in Historical Literature, founded by the esteemed F. Peter Cundill, is an influential book award recognizing exceptional history writing in English. Awarded annually by McGill University in Montreal, this prestigious prize honors works that exhibit outstanding historical scholarship, originality, and literary quality. The winner receives a generous sum of US$75,000, while two runners-up are awarded US$10,000 each. 

Any historical period or subject is eligible, and the prize warmly welcomes translations into English, encouraging diverse perspectives from authors worldwide. The selection process is managed by a distinguished jury, ensuring each nominated work is a testament to the craft of historical writing. With a commitment to advancing public discourse, the Cundill Prize fosters informed debate and understanding of our past, thereby enhancing our insights into the present and future. The initiative continues to be supported by the Peter Cundill Foundation, which promotes education and charitable endeavors, reflecting Peter Cundill's enduring passion for history.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 History _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [youtube](https://youtube.com/channel/UCrngYbhjJWGtB5A3wyv4WMQ)
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- [instagram](https://instagram.com/cundill.prize)
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