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Karel Čapek

science fiction

• author of the novel War with the Newts
• influential Czech playwright, critic, and journalist
• widely recognized for his contributions to science fiction

Karel Čapek was a Czech writer, playwright, critic, and journalist. He is best known for his science fiction works, including the novel War with the Newts.

Milestones

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  The Theoretical Foundations Film & Fiction

  The Play That Gave Robots Their Name

  Karel Čapek's R.U.R. premiered in Prague, introducing the word 'robot' to every language on Earth.

  1921

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