David Szalay
David Szalay is a British-Canadian author known for his thought-provoking novels that explore the complexities of modern existence. Born in 1972 in London, he has gained critical acclaim for works like 'All That Man Is,' which was shortlisted for the Booker Prize in 2016. Szalay's writing often delves into themes of identity, belonging, and the human experience, reflecting his own background as someone who straddles different cultures. His latest novel, 'Flesh,' tells the story of a young Hungarian ex-convict navigating life in the UK, highlighting the struggles related to personal and financial challenges. Currently residing in Vienna, Szalay continues to engage with contemporary issues, particularly the impact of our fast-paced, attention-deficient society on literature.
Born on Jan 01, 1972 (53 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +10% | 67,886,011 | 73,246 | $2,700,000 | 2,913$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,384 | $210,000 | 191$ |
| Totals | 3 | 72,708,244 | 77,630 | $2,910,000 | 3,104$ |
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Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
David Szalay’s Booker winner is among the best books of the year.
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New Zealand:
David Szalay's book 'Flesh' is discussed by Sarah Jessica Parker during her judging experience.
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United Kingdom:
David Szalay's book Flesh won the Booker prize, igniting a debate about masculinity in literature.
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Ireland:
David Szalay was announced as the winner of the 2025 Booker Prize for his novel Flesh.
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Switzerland:
David Szalay won the Booker Prize for his novel 'Flesh'.
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Jamaica:
David Szalay won the Booker Prize for fiction for Flesh, the story of one man’s life from working-class origins in Hungary to mega-wealth in Britain.
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United Kingdom:
David Szalay is the winner of this year’s Booker prize for his novel Flesh.
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Germany:
David Szalay was awarded the Booker Prize for his work 'What Cannot Be Said'.
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United Kingdom:
David Szalay is a Hungarian-British writer known for his unique narrative style in his novel Flesh.
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Belarus:
David Szalay's novel 'Flesh' won the Booker Prize 2025.
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