Sebastian Barry: 'At 71, sex is somewhere between a memory and an ambition'
The author on dashed dreams of being the next Bob Dylan, cruel words from a revered poet and listening to his own snores
TL;DR
- Sebastian Barry, 71, is an Irish author known for his Booker Prize-shortlisted novels and Costa book of the year wins.
- He discusses his latest novel, 'The Newer World', and shares personal insights on happiness, fears, and self-perception.
- Barry reflects on career aspirations, past regrets, and what he values most, including his wife, Ali, and humanity.