Karel Matěj Čapek-Chod
Czech journalist and author
Born
1860
165 years ago
Died
November 3rd, 1927
97 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Czech Republic
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A significant figure in Czech literature, contributed to journalism and fiction during the early 20th century. Worked as a journalist for numerous Czech publications, focusing on social and political issues. His literary works often reflected the complexities of Czech society at the time. Also produced various critical essays that explored contemporary topics and advocated for reforms in Czech culture and society. His commitment to literature and journalism left a lasting legacy in the Czech literary canon.
Wrote critical essays on Czech society
Worked as a journalist for Czech publications
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