John Banville
John Banville is an Irish author and playwright, known for his richly crafted prose and exploration of complex themes in his work. He has received numerous awards for his writing, including the Booker Prize, and is recognized for his contributions to both literary fiction and crime novels. He gained attention in the context of Han Kang's Nobel Prize when he humorously suggested the prize should be rescinded due to her comments about current global conflicts.
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John Banville is the author of the latest Stafford and Quirke novel, 'The Drowned'.
Six page-turning mysteries to get cozy with
Canada· 2025-11-14
John Banville is mentioned as being indirectly responsible for Elke Heidenreich's loss of joy in reading.
Elke Heidenreich: Viel zu viele neue Bücher - Kultur
Germany· 2025-11-06
John Banville is mentioned as one of the Irish writers contributing to the historical fiction genre.
I’m always surprised at the whiff of condescension that greets historical novels – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-11-03
John Banville wrote a novel inspired by Malcolm Macarthur's story.
« Sur le fil de la violence », de Mark O’Connell : face au tueur, trouver la bonne distance
France· 2025-11-01
John Banville is featured as a veteran in the Novel of the Year prize at the An Post Irish Book Awards.
Brenda Fricker, Leo Varadkar, Manchán Mangan and Andy Farrell shortlisted – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-23
For the concluding event of Banville at 80, Wexford Public Library Services programme presents The Interview - John Banville in Conversation.
Niamh Connolly signs six-figure deal – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-18
John Banville is an author known for his provocative views and literary contributions, including his new novel Venetian Vespers.
‘You cannot censor me. They would try it now with all this wokeist nonsense’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-28
John Banville is a critic who described McEwan's novel 'Saturday' as a dismayingly bad book.
From shocking short stories to a talking foetus: Ian McEwan’s 10 best books – ranked! | Books
United Kingdom· 2025-09-15
John Banville is mentioned among influential authors.
‘My mum died swimming in the Galápagos at 71... it was a strangely beautiful end for her’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-06
John Banville is a novelist who wrote critically about the socio-political environment under Éamon de Valera's governance.
What did Éamon de Valera ever do for us? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-23
John Banville is mentioned as having Norman roots.
Sinn Féin may reject commemorating the Normans, but there are some suspiciously Saxon names in its ranks – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-19
Heartfelt tributes were paid to Rocks on radio by John Banville.
Ireland has lost one of its great cultural champions – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
Author John Banville described Seán Rocks as a wonderfully spirited interviewer.
Seán Rocks, presenter of RTÉ radio’s culture show Arena, dies aged 64 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
John Banville was one of the writers interviewed by Seán Rocks on his show Arena.
Seán Rocks, presenter of RTÉ radio’s culture show Arena, dies suddenly aged 63 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-31
John Banville is known for his literary work and is referenced in the context of opinions and societal classifications.
Opiniones y bandos | La Nación
Costa Rica· 2025-05-20
John Banville is an Irish writer referenced by Diego S. Garrocho for his insights on memory and nostalgia.
“La nostalgia es una emoción poderosa”: el lado luminoso de un sentimiento que nació como una enfermedad letal | Salud y bienestar
Spain· 2025-04-05
John Banville is another prominent writer featured at the Granard Booktown Festival.
Creating a Dingle of the midlands – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-01
John Banville is mentioned as one of the authors whose novels reflect the predicament of the liberal age.
In a postliberal world, what artforms will replace literary novels, Hollywood movies and rock albums? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-16
Having missed out on the 1989 Booker Prize, John Banville won with his 14th novel.
No 25 to No 1 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-15
John Banville is mentioned by Colum McCann as a notable figure he encountered in the newsroom.
‘You could actually take down the world’s internet ... with a fleet of 20 ships’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-01
John Banville is an Irish author whose novel 'Snow' was recommended by Twiggy.
‘You’ve got to remember I was 16. It was bloomin’ exciting. I was travelling the world. I was getting paid’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-15
John Banville is the author who created the character Quirke in his novel 'El secret de Christine Falls'.
10 novel·les ‘noir’ (i 2 assaigs) recomanats per al BCNegra | LiteraturaSpain· 2025-02-12
John Banville commented on Han Kang's Nobel Prize win in a light-hearted manner.
We Do Not Part by Han Kang review – a harrowing journey into South Korea’s bloody history | Fiction in translationUnited Kingdom· 2025-02-09
