In Lithuanian literature and language, which historic sixteenth-century work is recognized as the first printed book in the Lithuanian language?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 'Katekizmas' by Martynas Mažvydas, published in Königsberg in 1547
- Step 1: Martynas Mažvydas published 'Katekizmas' (Catechism) in Königsberg (Karaliaučius) in 1547, marking the dawn of printed Lithuanian writing. Answer: 'Katekizmas' by Martynas Mažvydas, published in Königsberg in 1547. Why not the others: Daukša's Postilė appeared in 1599, Radvanas wrote Radviliada in Latin in 1592, and Donelaitis wrote in the eighteenth century.
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