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About George Mikes

Birth

1912

Death

1987

Biography

George Mikes was a Hungarian and British journalist, humourist and writer, best known for his humorous commentaries on various countries.

George Mikes was a prolific Hungarian writer and journalist known for his sharp sense of humor.

His most famous work, How to be an alien, became an essential handbook on life in the United Kingdom.

Throughout his career, he published a total of 116 works exploring themes such as politics, travel, and social customs.

Born in Siklós, Mikes built a successful career as a biographer and satirist after settling in the United Kingdom.

His literary style is characterized by an ironic and observant look at the peculiarities of different cultures.