Tibor Déry
Hungarian author and translator

Born
October 18th, 1894
130 years ago
Died
1977
48 years ago — 83 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Hungary
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A prominent Hungarian author and translator, contributed significantly to 20th-century literature. Various works showcased themes of humanism and social justice. Transitioned from writing poetry to prose, producing novels and plays that resonated with the struggles of the individual in societal contexts. Persecuted during the political turmoil of Hungary in the 20th century, faced imprisonment for his beliefs. After release, continued to write and translate literature, facilitating cultural exchange between Hungarian and other literary traditions.
Authored the novel 'The Conscience of a Hungarian'
Translated significant works of world literature
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