George Jonas

**George Jonas**

George Jonas was born in Budapest, Hungary, in 1935 and later emigrated to Canada; he was a writer, journalist, and poet.
His professional career began as a journalistic figure known for works focusing particularly on political and historical topics.
After emigrating to Canada in 1956, he made significant contributions to various publications and became a prominent name in Canadian journalism.
Jonas is best known for his book *Vengeance* (1984), which recounts the Israeli government's response to the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre.
This book served as the basis for the 2005 film *Munich*, directed by Steven Spielberg.
Jonas's in-depth analyses and compelling narratives have left a lasting mark in the fields of literature and journalism.
Additionally, he embarked on an acting career, portraying the role of Mall Trustee in the film *M. Butterfly*.