János Lackfi
János Lackfi: poet, writer, literary translator – a multifaceted figure in contemporary Hungarian literature
János Lackfi (born János Oláh) was born in Budapest in 1971. He is a József Attila Prize-winning poet, writer, translator, teacher, editor, photographer, and one of the best-known and most versatile figures in contemporary Hungarian literature. He has published more than 70 books, half of which are poetry and half prose, for both adults and children. In addition, he has translated more than 40 volumes from French.
How long has it been active?
His first publication appeared in 1987, and he has been a constant presence in literary life ever since. His first book, entitled "Magam" (Myself), was published in 1992. He taught at Pázmány Péter Catholic University for 17 years and worked with more than 10,000 students.
What field do you work in?
- Poetry, prose, literary translation
- Teaching creative writing
- Organizing literary events (e.g., Kaláka Versudvar)
- Photography
- Songwriting and poetry improvisation
- Children's and adult literature alike
What target group does it address?
János Lackfi's writings appeal to a wide audience:
- Children and young people (children's poems, unusual literature)
- Adults (essays, novels, humorous identity books)
- Literature lovers (readings, poetry workshops)
- Students at educational institutions (university courses, creative writing courses)
What results have you achieved?
- Attila József Prize
- Tibor Déri Prize
- Hungarian Laurel Wreath Prize
- Prima Primissima Prize
- Zsigmond Móricz Scholarship
- Several international literary translation awards (e.g., Belgian Ministry of Culture Award)
- Performed readings in front of more than 120,000 adults and 80,000 children