Keris Mas | |
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Born | Kamaluddin bin Muhamad 10 June 1922 |
Died | 9 March 1992 | (aged 69)
Resting place | Bukit Kiara Muslim Cemetery, Kuala Lumpur |
Occupation(s) | Journalist Editor Literary administrator Write Critic |
Years active | 1981–1992 |
Spouse | Roswita Ali |
Children | 2 |
Keris Mas (10 June 1922 – 9 March 1992), born Kamaluddin Muhamad, was a prominent Malaysian literary figure and was one of the founders of the Asas '50 literary movement. His numerous contributions to Malay language literature (especially in the short story form) led him to become Malaysia's first National Laureate in 1981.