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“Do not doubt him who tells you he is afraid, but be afraid of him who tells you he has no doubts. Zweifle nicht an dem der dir sagt er hat Angst, aber hab Angst vor dem der dir sagt, er kennt keinen Zweifel.”

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100 Poems Without a Country

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Erich Fried
Erich Fried

Erich Fried, born on May 6, 1921, was a renowned German poet. His poetry is known for its simplicity and depth, often expressing views on life, love, and war through humor and satire. Fried experienced exile during the Nazi regime, which profoundly influenced his creative work. His works are widely appreciated in Germany and around the world. more

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