Péter Esterházy

Péter Esterházy (born April 14, 1950, Budapest) was a Hungarian author known for novels and essays, including the family chronicle Harmonia caelestis and the shorter A Woman (Egy nő/Una Donna). He studied mathematics at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE).

Born April 14, 1950 in Budapest. Descendant of the Esterházy noble family. Graduated in mathematics from ELTE (Eötvös Loránd University). Notable awards mentioned in reviews include the Sándor Márai Prize (2001), Grinzane Prize for foreign literature (2004) and the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade (2004). Died July 14, 2016.

A wry, personal review of Una Donna (A Woman) that mixes memoir, literary context and humor. The reviewer emphasizes Esterházy's aristocratic background and major work Harmonia caelestis. Overall the piece is amused, lightly critical and recommendable for readers curious about Esterházy.

For:Readers of literary fiction, fans of Hungarian literature, and those interested in autobiographical family novels.