István Örkény

István Örkény was a renowned Hungarian playwright and writer, celebrated for his innovative use of absurdism and dark humor in his works. Born in 1912, he is best known for his short plays and stories, particularly 'Tóték' and 'Megalázottak és megszomorítottak' ('The Humiliated and the Sorrowful'), which critique societal norms and explore existential themes. Örkény's writing often reflects the struggles of the individual within a complex and often oppressive society, making him a significant figure in 20th-century Hungarian literature.