László Tóth

poet, writer, literary translator
Budapest, 26 September 1949
Corresponding member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2019–2021)
Full member of the Hungarian Academy of Arts (2021–)
Tóth László, one of the most authoritative figures in Slovak Hungarian-language literature, has often – and sometimes for long stretches – been forgotten by his muse, or else called
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Parallel Life Paths

overnmental award

Awarded by national government to recognize achievements of public, national significance.

An award established and granted by central government authorities.



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



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.