“For one who is having no personal experience, the passionate disquiet of others is at any rate a titillation of the nerves, like seeing a play or listening to music.”
Book:Stories and Legends
Quote by Stefan Zweig
Work
Stories and Legends
This book compiles a variety of short narratives and folklore, offering readers a diverse range of tales from various cultures and eras. more
Author
Stefan Zweig
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
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