From Malay Mail · · 1m 10s
Sci-fi gets Booker Prize win
M. John Harrison wins Booker Prize for dystopian sci-fi novel.
In brief
M. John Harrison wins Booker Prize for dystopian sci-fi novel. M. John Harrison, 81, wins £50,000 Booker Prize for 'The End of Everything' after six decades of writing. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Booker Prize win
British author M. John Harrison wins £50,000 Booker Prize for dystopian satire 'The End of Everything'.
Oldest winner
Harrison, 81, becomes oldest-ever Booker Prize winner with his 13th novel.
First nomination
Harrison received his first Booker Prize nomination after six decades of writing.
Shortlist competition
Harrison beat Marlon James, Douglas Stuart, Elizabeth Strout, Luke Kennard and Rebecca Perry.
AI themes
The novel explores artificial intelligence in a post-apocalyptic Britain with iGhetti objects.
Plot summary
The story follows Phillip Tennent and his aunt Marnie in a near-future invaded by mysterious iGhetti.
Judge's comment
Chair Mary Beard says the book reflects current political and technological anxieties.
AI concerns
The judges highlighted AI's role in literature as a key theme for the prize.
Author's inspiration
Harrison was inspired by the 2008 financial crisis and societal failures.
What it means
M. John Harrison, 81, wins £50,000 Booker Prize for 'The End of Everything' after six decades of writing.
