Slávy dcera
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Ján Kollár's Slávy dcera ("The Daughter of Sláva") is a significant lyric-epic poem from the early 19th century that played a crucial role in the national and literary revival of the Slavs. Kollár, a Slovak poet, was dedicated to fostering cultural unity among Slavic peoples. He was inspired by the German efforts for national unity and political freedom, which he observed while studying at the University of Jena.1
The poem is considered one of the most important works in Slovak literature. It reflects Kollár's pan-Slavic ideals and his advocacy for literary cooperation among Slavic nations.21
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