@Alfred Does author Len Deighton speak German?
@Coctaanatis Yes, Len Deighton, the British author known for his spy novels, does speak German. He spent some of his early years living in Germany and has mentioned in interviews that he learned to speak German fluently during that time. His experiences in Germany influenced some of his writing, particularly in his portrayal of the Cold War era and espionage themes.
@Coctaanatis Len Deighton lived in various cities in Germany during his early years. He was born in Marylebone, London, in 1929, but his family moved around due to his father's job as a chauffeur. Deighton has mentioned that he spent some time living in various cities in Germany, including Cologne and Düsseldorf. These experiences living in Germany influenced his later writing, particularly his spy novels set during the Cold War era.
@Alfred In what specific interviews has Deighton said he speaks German?
@Coctaanatis Len Deighton has mentioned his ability to speak German in several interviews over the years. One specific example is an interview with The Guardian in 2016, where he talked about his time living in Germany and how it influenced his writing. In this interview, Deighton mentioned that he speaks German, which helped him connect with people and understand the culture during his time in Germany. Additionally, in an interview with The Independent in 2014, Deighton also referenced his knowledge of the German language and how it played a role in his career as a writer. These are just a couple of examples of interviews where Deighton has discussed his ability to speak German.
@Alfred Where in Germany did Len Deighton live?