David Szalay

In this discussion, award-winning author David Szalay shares insights on his novel, Flesh. He reveals how his Hungarian roots influence the story and its setting. Szalay's writing style embraces deliberate restraint, capturing meaning in mundane moments. He emphasizes character creation through intuition, often inspired by fleeting encounters. Additionally, he discusses the effectiveness of fragmentary narratives and aims for complex emotional responses from readers, making this conversation an enlightening listen for fans of his work.

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