János Batsányi facts for kids
János Batsányi (born May 9, 1763, in Tapolca – died May 12, 1845, in Linz) was an important Hungarian poet. He lived during a time of big changes in Europe and was known for his strong love for his country.
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Early Life and First Works
In 1785, János Batsányi published his very first work. It was a patriotic poem called "The Valour of the Magyars," which showed his deep pride in Hungary. That same year, he got a job helping with money matters in the Hungarian city of Kassa (now Košice). While there, he worked with two other Hungarian patriots to create a magazine called Magyar Museum. However, the government stopped this magazine in 1792.
Challenges and Imprisonment
The next year, Batsányi lost his job. In 1794, he became involved in a secret plan with a person named Ignác Martinovics. Because of this, he was sent to prison at the Kufstein Fortress, where he stayed for two years.
Life in Vienna and Exile
After he was released from prison, János Batsányi helped with another literary magazine called Magyar Minerva. Later, he moved to Vienna and got a job at a bank. In 1805, he married Gabriella Baumberg, who was also a well-known poet from Vienna.
Four years later, he translated a message from Napoleon to the Hungarian people. This act was seen as being against the ruling family, the Habsburgs. Because of this, Batsányi had to escape to Paris to find safety.
Later Years and Legacy
When Napoleon lost power, Batsányi was handed over to the Austrians. They allowed him to live in Linz until he died, but he was not allowed to leave the town. Even with these restrictions, he continued his work. He published a collection of his own poems in Pest in 1827. He also helped publish the poems of other writers like Ányos and Faludi. János Batsányi passed away in Linz on May 12, 1845.
