“When the leaders speak of peace, the common folk know war is coming.”
Book:Poems, 1913-1956
Quote by Bertolt Brecht
Work
Poems, 1913-1956
This volume includes a selection of poems written over a four-decade period, showcasing the author's development and evolution in poetic style and theme. more
Author
Bertolt Brecht
Bertolt Brecht, born on February 10, 1898, and died on August 14, 1956, was a German poet, playwright, director, and theorist. He is considered one of the most important theater reformers of the 20th century, whose innovative theatrical theories and practices have had a profound impact on world theater. more
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