Wikipedista:Tomanrob/Petr Čichoň

Petr Čichoň (*1969) is a poet and writer. He worked as an editor for publishing houses Votobia, Host, and Vetus Via. Since 1998, he has been running his own architectural studio. His novels include Silesian Novel (Host, 2011), Cableway over Landek (Host, 2020; audiobook Čtimi, 2021; in Polish Kolejka nad Landiekem, Silesia Progress, 2023). For Silesian Novel, he was nominated for the Josef Škvorecký Award. Čichoň not only writes poetry but also sets it to music and performs it accompanied by a lute. He has published the poetry collections Chilia (Host, 1995), Villa diabolica (Host, 1998; with CD), Prussian Ballads / Preussische Balladen (Host/Vltavín, 2006; with CD), for which he was nominated for the Dresden Poetry Prize 2004, and Borderline Frau (Větrné mlýny, 2021; with 7" vinyl). His works have been translated into English, German, Hungarian, Ukrainian, and Polish. He is originally from Hlučín and lives in Brno.

Čichoň’s writing is deeply influenced by his native region of Silesia and Hlučín, which is reflected in the themes of his novels and poetry. His texts often draw from the historical and cultural realities of this region, helping him establish a significant place in Czech literature focused on regional themes. In both his prose and poetry, he addresses issues of identity, memory, and a sense of place, with his style characterized by linguistic playfulness and deep poetic expression.

In addition to writing, Čichoň actively engages in music. He sets his poems to music and performs them with a lute, adding another dimension to his artistic expression. He is known for his ability to blend poetry with music, reaching a wider audience and creating a unique atmosphere at his performances.

His work has been recognized not only in the Czech Republic but also internationally. For his collection Prussian Ballads / Preussische Balladen, he was nominated for the Dresden Poetry Prize, and his works have been translated into several languages, including English, German, Hungarian, Ukrainian, and Polish.

Čichoň is also known for his collaboration with other artists, whether writers or musicians, enriching his artistic output. His books and music projects have gained a wide following, thanks to his original style and themes that reflect complex questions of regional identity and history.