László Torkos

1839–1939 (age 100)

Biography

László Torkos (1839–1939) was a Hungarian writer whose literary career spanned the latter half of the 19th century and into the 20th century. He witnessed and participated in significant developments in Hungarian literature and culture over his long life.

Torkos achieved the remarkable age of 100 years, passing away in 1939. His longevity allowed him to observe the transformation of Hungarian society across multiple generations, and he was buried in Farkasréti Cemetery.

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