Gyula Kodolányi

poet, writer

Budapest, 23 January 1942

Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2013–)

It is not easy to find the right vantage point from which a multifaceted oeuvre such as that of Gyula Kodolányi reveals its most authentic face. Traditionally, one might begin by calling him a poet – a title that, in Hungary, carries its own prestige.

Kossuth Prize

The highest Hungarian state decoration for the cultivation and preservation of Hungarian culture.

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2012

governmental award

Commander's Cross with Star of the Hungarian Order of Merit

One of the four highest Hungarian state decorations is the Order of Merit of Hungary, whose grades are awarded to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary activity in culture, science, art, or their own professional field – to promote Hungary’’s interests and the advancement of universal human values.

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2005

governmental award

Medal of Merit of the President of the Republic

Awarded by the President of the Republic of Hungary to a Hungarian or foreign citizen who has achieved outstanding merits through their life and professional work, particularly in any field of science, youth education, support of the disadvantaged and underprivileged, protection of the natural environment, as well as through artistic creation and performance or public service.

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2002

governmental award

József Attila Award

The highest state literary award for outstanding literary activity, awarded by the current Minister of Culture.

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