František Kyncl

František Kyncl (1891–1961) was a Czech literary historian, critic, and university educator. He specialized in Czech literature and focused on analyzing literary works, authors, and their historical contexts. Kyncl contributed to understanding Czech cultural identity and the development of national literature, advocating for the recognition of Czech writings within broader European traditions. His scholarship helped shape literary studies in Czechoslovakia, and he played a key role in academic circles, promoting literary research and education.