Vítězslav Hálek

Czech poet and dramatist, wrote The Life

Vítězslav Hálek - Czech poet and dramatist, wrote The Life
Born

April 5th, 1835
190 years ago

Died

1874
151 years ago — 39 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Czech Republic

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Born in 1835, this individual contributed significantly to Czech literature as a poet, writer, journalist, and theater critic. Active during the Czech National Revival, works included lyrical poetry and dramas reflecting social themes. Joined the Czech National Theatre, promoting the revival of Czech theatrical culture. The oeuvre included plays performed at prominent theaters, elevating Czech literature's status in the region.

Wrote the narrative poem 'The Life'

Contributed to the Czech National Theatre

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