“Fear is a distorting mirror in which anything can appear as a caricature of itself, stretched to terrible proportions; once inflamed, the imagination pursues the craziest and most unlikely possibilities. What is most absurd suddenly seems the most probable.”
In this historical novel, a young woman from a modest background embarks on a transformative journey across the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The story delves into themes of identity, love, and the complexities of a changing world during a pivotal period in history. more
Stefan Zweig, born on November 28, 1881 in Vienna, was an Austrian novelist, playwright, and biographer. Known for his profound psychological insights and unique narrative style, he is a significant figure in European literature at the beginning of the 20th century. more
“Even under the most difficult circumstances you can have creative flexibility.”
“I love working with the quartet. I have more freedom and flexibility.”
“Be clear about your goal but be flexible about the process of achieving it.”
“Running water never grows stale.”
“Leaders honor their core values, but they are flexible in how they execute them.”