PEN International deeply saddened by death of Václav Havel – a constant champion for freedom of expression
18 December 2011
Václav Havel, dissident playwright and poet, honorary president of Czech PEN and statesman, who died on 18 December 2011 aged 75, will be remembered by all at PEN for his remarkable contribution to literature and his outstanding commitment to freedom of expression.
“Václav Havel was the most courageous fighter for the freedom of speech. He trusted and believed in...
