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Quote by Karl Kraus

“I and my public understand each other very well: it does not hear what I say, and I don't say what it wants to hear.”

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Dicta and Contradicta delves into the fascinating world of linguistic paradoxes, examining how contradictions can enrich our understanding of language and communication. The book explores various examples of paradoxes in everyday speech and literature, offering insights into the nuances of human expression. more

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Karl Kraus

Karl Kraus (April 28, 1874 - June 12, 1936) was an Austrian writer and critic, known for his satirical and critical writing style. He was one of the most important Austrian writers of the early 20th century, particularly renowned for his sharp commentary on society, politics, and culture. more

“The great secret of succeeding in conversation is to admire little, to hear much; always to distrust our own reason, and sometimes that of our friends; never to pretend to wit, but to make that of others appear as much as possibly we can; to hearken to what is said and to answer to the purpose.”

Littles Said Sometimes Reason Purpose Loss Answers Secret Succeed Conversation Wit Admire Distrust Hearing Loss

Book:Poor Richard Day by Day

Source: Poor Richard Day by Day

“If you have an anecdote from one source, you file it away. If you hear it again, it may be true. Then the more times you hear it the less likely it is to be true.”

Ifs May Literature Loss Source Being True More Time Files Anecdotes Hearing Loss

Author:Anthony Holden

“One of the things that I discovered in lecturing was that gradually one ceased to hear what one said one heard what the audience hears one say.”

Said Loss Audience Heard Hearing Loss Lecturing

Book:Gertrude Stein: Selections

Source: Gertrude Stein: Selections

“When the enterprising burglar isn't burgling; When the cut-throat isn't occupied in crime; He loves to hear the little brook a-gurgling; And listen to the merry village chime.”