Home / Quotes / Quote by Hermann Hesse

Quote by Hermann Hesse

“Gaze into the fire, into the clouds, and as soon as the inner voices begin to speak... surrender to them. Don't ask first whether it's permitted, or would please your teachers or father or some god. You will ruin yourself if you do that.”

Book:Ernest Hemingway, Knut Hamsun [and] Hermann Hesse

Work

Ernest Hemingway, Knut Hamsun [and] Hermann Hesse

This book brings together the literary contributions of three renowned authors: Ernest Hemingway, Knut Hamsun, and Hermann Hesse. The collection includes selected works from each writer, showcasing their unique styles and thematic concerns. more

Author

Hermann Hesse

Hermann Hesse was a German poet and novelist, born on July 2, 1877, and died on August 9, 1962. Known for his profound psychological descriptions and exploration of human nature, his works include classics such as 'Steppenwolf' and 'The Glass Bead Game'. more

“Chris Claremont once said of Alan Moore, "if he could plot, we'd all have to get together and kill him." Which utterly misses the most compelling part of Alan's writing, the way he develops and expresses ideas and character. Plot does not define story. Plot is the framework within which ideas are explored and personalities and relationships are unfolded.”

Ifs Way Writing Doe Said Ideas Character Stories Together Missing Personality Plot Compelling Framework Get Together

Author:Warren Ellis

“He read me extracts from a medical journal describing the progress of a staphylococcus aureus infection. And then he pleasured me with a potato.”

Progress Medical Journal Potatoes Describing Infection

Author:Grant Morrison

“I have nothing but respect for you -- and not much of that.”

Funny Humorous Witty Absurd

Author:Groucho Marx

“Santa Monica's only walkable if death is no hurdle. The air's the wrong colour. People put sunglasses on their dogs. It's a hideous place where humans are not welcome and those who stay suffer eight kinds of brain damage.”