Bosnian Authors in a European Window

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The study explores the significant contributions of 20th-century Bosnian writers within the broader European literary landscape. It draws compelling comparisons, likening poet Mak Dizdar to Homer, novelist Meša Selimović to Fyodor Dostoevsky, and Nobel laureate Ivo Andrić to Leo Tolstoy, highlighting their thematic depth and cultural impact. This analysis not only showcases the individuality of these authors but also situates their works in a rich tradition of literary excellence.