Michal Ajvaz
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Summary
Michal Ajvaz was born on October 30, 1949[1], in Prague[2]. He has worked as a translator[3], poet[4], writer[5], opinion journalist[6], and philosopher[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (361 views/month, #7,294 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Father: Michal Ajvaz[9]
- Country of citizenship: Czechoslovakia[10], Czech Republic[11]
- Field of work: poetry[12], creative and professional writing[13], literary studies[14], philosophy[15], opinion journalism[16], translation[17]
- Educated at: Charles University[18]
- Award received: "Magnesia Litera" award for the best book of the year[19], Jaroslav Seifert Prize[20], Czech State Award for Literature[21]
- Sex or gender: male[22]
- Commons category: Michal Ajvaz[23]
- Given name: Michal[24]
- Topic's main category: Category:Michal Ajvaz[25]
- Described by source: Records of persons of interest[26]
- Nominated for: Magnesia Litera 2009[27]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Czech[28], German[29]
- Start of work period: 1989[30]
- Writing language: Czech[31]
Why It Matters
Michal Ajvaz has Wikipedia articles in 12 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[32] He is known by 12 alternative names across languages and contexts.[33]
FAQs
Where was Michal Ajvaz born?
Michal Ajvaz was born in Prague[2].
Who were Michal Ajvaz's parents?
Michal Ajvaz's father was Michal Ajvaz[9].
What did Michal Ajvaz do for work?
Michal Ajvaz worked as a translator[3], poet[4], writer[5], opinion journalist[6], and philosopher[7].
Where did Michal Ajvaz go to school?
Michal Ajvaz was educated at Charles University[18].
What awards did Michal Ajvaz receive?
Honors received include "Magnesia Litera" award for the best book of the year[19], Jaroslav Seifert Prize[20], and Czech State Award for Literature[21].