Street Poll Reveals Surprising Public Knowledge of Miroslav Krleža

Zagreb, Croatia – May 22, 2025 – Net.hr's latest TikTok video tests public knowledge of Croatian literary giant Miroslav Krleža. The short video, filmed on a Zagreb street, asks passersby to name three of Krleža's works. Responses varied widely, with some mentioning well-known titles like "Gospoda Glembajevi" (The Glembay Family) and "Na rubu pameti" (On the Edge of Reason), while others offered less common choices. "I know 'Povratak Filipa Latinovicza' (The Return of Filip Latinovicz), 'Aretej', and... uhm... 'Balade Petrice Kerempuha' (Ballads of Petrica Kerempuh)," one respondent stated, demonstrating a mix of familiarity and less common knowledge. The video's success highlights Krleža's continued presence in Croatian culture, prompting further discussion about the accessibility and understanding of his works among the general public.