José Saramago Net Worth

First Novel Published

His first novel was published, but did not make impact.

"Memorial do convento" acclaim

Novel published to wide Portuguese acclaim.

"The Gospel" controversy

His controversial novel stirred public debate. It questioned religious norms.

"Blindness" international success

Published 'Blindness', his international success novel.

Nobel Prize in Literature

Awarded the Nobel Prize, cementing his place in literary history.

Death and Legacy

Saramago's death marked the loss of a major literary voice. He left behind a powerful body of work.