Gyula Illyés

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1902 – 1983

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Who was Gyula Illyés?

Gyula Illyés was a Hungarian poet and novelist. He was one of the so-called népi writers, named so because they aimed to show – propelled by strong sociological interest and left-wing convictions – the disadvantageous conditions of their native land.

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Born
Nov 2, 1902
Tolna County
Also known as
  • Gyula Illyes
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Nationality
  • Hungary
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Education
  • Eötvös Loránd University
Died
Apr 15, 1983
Budapest

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on July 23, 2013

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