Hermann Broch
1886 - 1951
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Biography
Hermann Broch (1886-1951) was an Austrian writer and intellectual known for his innovative and philosophical works, which often explored the human condition and existential themes. He is best known for his trilogy of novels comprising 'The Sleepwalkers,' 'The Anarchist,' and 'The Realist,' which are considered seminal works in modernist literature. Broch's writing style combined psychological depth with intricate narrative structures, earning him a reputation as a leading figure in 20th-century literature.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Art, in the Platonic view, is the act of representing spirit.
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The artist is not a person endowed with free will who seeks his own ends, but one who allows art to realize its purposes through him.
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There are no facts, only interpretations.
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One can be very happy without demanding that others agree with them.
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The future is made of the same stuff as the present.