“I and life: The case was settled chivalrously. The opponents parted without having made up.”
Quote by Karl Kraus
Work
Half-truths & One-and-a-half Truths: Selected Aphorisms
This book compiles a selection of aphorisms that delve into the complexities of truth and its various forms, offering readers a contemplative exploration of the human condition and the ways in which truth can be perceived and manipulated. more
Author
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
You May Also Like
“Journalists write because they have nothing to say, and have something to say because they write.”
“Science is spectral analysis. Art is light synthesis.”
Source: Half-truths & One-and-a-half Truths: Selected Aphorisms
Source: Half-truths & One-and-a-half Truths: Selected Aphorisms
“Someone who can write aphorisms should not fritter away his time in essays.”
Source: Half-truths & One-and-a-half Truths: Selected Aphorisms
“The mission of the press is to spread culture while destroying the attention span.”
Source: Dicta and Contradicta
“It sounds so trite but in relationships, you have to communicate.”