Pavol Országh Hviezdoslav was a prominent Slovak poet, playwright, and translator born on February 2, 1849, in the village of Vyšný Kubín. He is best known for his contributions to Slovak literature during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly for his lyrical poetry that often explored themes of nature, love, and national identity. Hviezdoslav's work played a significant role in the Slovak national revival, and he is celebrated for his use of the Slovak language in literature. His most famous works include the epic poem Hájnikova žena and various translations of classical literature, which helped elevate the status of Slovak as a literary language.