author
Sándor Balázs
1830–1887
A lively 19th-century Hungarian writer known for humor, storytelling, and an easy touch with readers, he moved from early literary success into editing, journalism, and theater work. His fiction and plays helped make him a familiar name in Hungarian literary life.
2 Audiobooks
Balázs Sándor beszélyei (1. kötet)
by Sándor Balázs
Balázs Sándor beszélyei (2. kötet)
by Sándor Balázs
About the author
Born in Cluj on December 26, 1830, Sándor Balázs first studied locally and later spent time in Pest on an engineering course before turning fully to literature. He began publishing in the early 1850s, and his humorous writing quickly stood out.
Over the years he worked as a prose writer, dramatist, translator, editor, and publicist. He was associated with several journals, later became librarian of the National Theatre in Budapest, and belonged to major Hungarian literary societies including the Kisfaludy and Petőfi societies.
He died in Budapest on August 1, 1887. Remembered especially for his humorous stories and broad literary activity, he represents the energetic magazine and theater culture of 19th-century Hungarian writing.