Árpád Tóth
Hungarian poet and translator
Born
April 14th, 1886
138 years ago
Died
1928
97 years ago — 42 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hungary
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Born in 1886, this literary figure contributed significantly to Hungarian poetry and translation. He wrote numerous poems that reflected the socio-political climate of his time. The poet's works often explored themes of identity and national consciousness. He was active in various cultural movements and collaborated with other prominent literary figures in Hungary. His translations helped introduce international literary works to Hungarian audiences.
Published notable poetry collections
Translated significant literary works
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