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Svetlana Alexievich

Is Svetlana Alexievich A-List?

NoB

NoSvetlana Alexievich is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.

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Reached A-list in 2015

Nobel Prize in Literature

Lost A-list status in 2020

Dropped to B tier — Political Involvement

Ranking Timeline

1983D$0.01M

'War's Unwomanly Face'

Published 'War's Unwomanly Face,' marking her entry into oral history and literature.

1989C$0.05M+$0.04M

'Last Witnesses'

Released 'Last Witnesses,' further exploring the impact of war.

1990C$0.1M+$0.05M

'Zinky Boys'

Published 'Zinky Boys,' which focused on the Soviet-Afghan War and sparked controversy.

1993B$0.2M+$0.1M

'Enchanted with Death'

Released 'Enchanted with Death,' showcasing her investigative style.

1997B$0.3M+$0.09999999999999998M

International Acclaim Begins

Her works started receiving international recognition, increasing her visibility.

2013B$0.5M+$0.2M

'Secondhand Time'

Published 'Secondhand Time,' which explored the post-Soviet experience.

2015A$1.5M+$1M

Nobel Prize in Literature

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, bringing her global recognition.

2020B$2M+$0.5M

Political Involvement

Became involved in political protests in Belarus, continuing her commitment to social justice.

Last updated: February 23, 2026