Karel Matěj Čapek-Chod

Czech journalist and author

Karel Matěj Čapek-Chod - Czech journalist and author
Born

1860
165 years ago

Died

November 3rd, 1927
98 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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