“It would be so nice to have a real choice, fumed Gyuri. It was like Hungary being between Germany and the Soviet Union. What sort of choice was that? Which language would you like your firing squad to speak?” — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
“We might not want to share our food or our money, but we do want to share our judgement. We want others to think… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
No one wants a masterpiece knocking around when your own book is looking for attention. — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
You can't really win as a Booker judge. If you choose the obvious names, the unit-shifters, you're accused of being timid and unimaginative; if… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
“It would be so nice to have a real choice, fumed Gyuri. It was like Hungary being between Germany and the Soviet Union. What… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
The greatest danger of being gifted, is that you may never learn how to make an effort. — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
It's true, some senior Hungarian writers are not known for their laughter. There is a strong Germanic influence - an attitude that if it's… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
Outside their country, Hungarian directors have had, from the critics at least, a friendly reception. — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
Opening the fridge door, I found a rat eating the cheese. My dealings with rodents, particularly those tagged verminous, have been few, but generally… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
“There are those who say clothes are frippery, jumped-.up nothingness. They’re wrong. They say that style only makes you feel invincible and successful, but… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
As an author, I realise, you're on your own. You have to do everything you can to help The Book. If I make sure… — Tibor Fischer Copy Share Image
