“And then the sly arch-lover that he was, he said the subtlest thing of all: that the lover was nearer the divine than the beloved; for the god was in the one but not in the other - perhaps the tenderest, most mocking thought that ever was thought, and source of all the guile and secret bliss the lover knows.”
Quote by Thomas Mann
Work
Death in Venice: And Seven Other Stories
Thomas Mann's 'Death in Venice' is a novella that intertwines the story of an aging writer's encounter with a young boy in Venice with themes of artistic inspiration and the decline of the European spirit. The collection also includes six other short stories that delve into the complexities of human nature and the challenges of modern life. more
Author
Thomas Mann
Thomas Mann, born on June 6, 1875, and died on August 12, 1955, was a German novelist and one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. Known for his profound psychological portrayals and rich imagination, his works extensively covered themes such as individual and society, history and reality. His masterpieces include 'Buddenbrooks' and 'The Magic Mountain'. more
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