Dezső Kosztolányi
Hungarian author and poet
Born
March 29th, 1885
140 years ago
Died
1936
89 years ago — 51 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hungary
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Regarded as one of the most significant writers in Hungarian literature, he produced a wide array of poetry, novels, and essays. His works often explored themes of existence, love, and the human condition. He achieved prominence with his novel 'Skylark' and his poetry collection 'The Last Flowers.' His literary style was characterized by its modernist sensibilities and a focus on the individual's emotional landscape. He contributed significantly to literary magazines of his time, shaping the landscape of Hungarian literature.
Wrote the novel 'Skylark'
Published the poetry collection 'The Last Flowers'
Contributed to major Hungarian literary magazines
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