Dezső Kosztolányi

Dezső Kosztolányi was a pivotal Hungarian poet and prose writer, deeply embedded in the literary renaissance championed by the journal Nyugat. His distinctive style and thematic concerns, often rooted in the fictionalized landscape of Sárszeg, showcase a profound engagement with the human condition. Beyond his original works, Kosztolányi's legacy is amplified by his extensive contributions as a translator, introducing seminal international literature to Hungarian readers.