|
|
|
|
|
Jn HollJn Holly (1785 - 1849) was a Slovak poet and translator. He was the first greater Slovak poet, who wrote in Slovak exclusively (his predecessors mostly wrote in various versions of Czech, Slovakized Czech or Latin). Life He studied in Skalica, Bratislava and Trnava. He was a Catholic priest at Madunice near Pieťany, where he wrote all his major works sitting below a big tree. He was an active member of the Slovak national revival movement. Views Nobleminded patriot, proud of historical roots of nation, he appreciated the humanity of Slovaks, their hard-working nature, peaceability, love and respect for freedom. Works He wrote poetry, translated antic poetry to Bernolaks version of Slovak standard language (see History of the Slovak language). He used the topic of Great-Moravian ruler Svtopluk to encourage the nation. Major works (big poetic compositions): - Svatopluk
- Cyrilo-Metodida
- Slv
Holl, Jn
|
 |
|
| Copyright 2005-2009 OnPedia.com. All Rights Reserved |
|
|