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Philosopher

German philosopher and sociologist, born on March 1, 1858, and died on September 28, 1918. Georg Simmel is renowned for his significant contributions to sociological theory, particularly in the areas of social structure, social interaction, and urban life.

Famous Georg Simmel Quotes

“Every relationship between two individuals or two groups will be characterized by the ratio of secrecy that is involved in it.”

Two Individual Relationship Groups Involved Secrecy Ratios

Author:Georg Simmel

“Secrecy sets barriers between men, but at the same time offers the seductive temptation to break through the barriers by gossip or confession.”

Men Break Offers Temptation Barriers Gossip Confession Secrecy Seductive Break Through

Book:The Sociology of Secrecy and of Secret Societies

Source: The Sociology of Secrecy and of Secret Societies

“Secrecy involves a tension which, at the moment of revelation, finds its release.”

Moments Release Tension Revelations Secrecy

Book:Gesamtausgabe

Source: Gesamtausgabe

“Secrecy is thus, so to speak, a transition stadium between being and not-being.”

Speak Transition Secrecy Stadiums

Book:Gesamtausgabe

Source: Gesamtausgabe

About the Author

Born: March 1, 1858
Died: September 28, 1918
Known for: Philosopher
Quotes: 33

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Books & Sources

The Sociology of Georg SimmelRelated source material

Englischsprachige Veröffentlichungen: 1893 - 1910Related source material

GesamtausgabeRelated source material

The Sociology of Secrecy and of Secret SocietiesRelated source material

Simmel on culture: selected writingsRelated source material

The View of Life: Four Metaphysical Essays with Journal AphorismsRelated source material

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