Release date is 2022-09-03

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"Modern költők: Külföldi antológia a költők arcképeivel" by Dezső Kosztolányi is a collection of poetry anthologies written in the early 20th century. This work features translations and interpretations of the works of various international poets, examining the essence of what Kosztolányi refers to as "modern lyric." The anthology presents both historical and contemporary figures in poetry, highlighting the common threads of human emotion that connect them across different cultures and languages. The opening of the work introduces the concept of modern lyric poetry, suggesting that its essence is better felt than articulated. Kosztolányi reflects on the evolution of Hungarian literature and the struggles that have shaped the contemporary poetic landscape over the past decade. He expresses the belief that poetry transcends linguistic barriers, allowing individuals to connect with its themes on a universal level, likening it to music. The text sets the stage for a collection that aims to unite a diverse range of poetic voices, both through his translations and the unique qualities of each poet featured, weaving a rich tapestry of human experience and artistic expression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Hungary: Élet, 1914