Sándor Lezsák

poet, writer

Budapest, 30 October 1949

Corresponding member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2021–2023)

Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2023–)

His name is inextricably linked to his chosen place of residence, Lakitelek, where he moved in 1969, when he was barely twenty years old, and where he still lives today. He created a

Wekerle Sándor Grand Economic Prize of the Carpathian Basin

Re-established in 2021 as a state award named after Sándor Wekerle, a Hungarian economist recognized across Europe, with three classes. Awarded to outstanding professionals and young talents under 35 who, through innovative thinking and exceptional work, support the development of economic and financial knowledge and contribute to the growth of Hungary’’s economy and human capital.

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2019governmental award

Grand Cross 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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2018governmental award

József Attila Award

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

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