Erzsébet Tóth

poet, writer

Tatabánya, 28 August 1951

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

Poetry can only be born of deep conviction. Yet everything begins with instinct. At this stage, matter merely squints. “give me / my daily poem” – so runs Erzsébet Tóth’s supplication.

Kossuth Prize

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

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2013governmental award

Laurel Wreath Award of Hungary

Hungarian state award for those who have achieved outstanding performance in the field of Hungarian literature and already hold an artistic award granted by the minister responsible for culture.

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1995governmental award

József Attila Award

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

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