János Arany Books

János Arany is often hailed as the "Shakespeare of ballads" for his masterful epic poems that delve into Hungary's legendary and historical past. His works, renowned for their stylistic elegance and profound insight, include remarkable ballads and the "Toldi" cycle, capturing the national ethos. Arany also excelled in translation, with his Hungarian renditions of Shakespearean dramas considered supreme artistic achievements. His poem "The Bards of Wales" serves as a powerful allegory critiquing subjugation and cultural loss, while "Dante" contemplates the transcendent meaning of human existence. He is revered as one of Hungary's greatest poets.