George Szirtes arrived in England "penniless" in 1956 with his family when he was just eight to escape the Hungarian Revolution.

Having to learn English as a second language, Mr Szirtes then went on to publish his first book at the age of 29.

Mr Szirtes with his medal (Image: Supplied)

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The 77-year-old is also a renowned translator.

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