Born: 03-04-1890
B. Traven, an enigmatic figure, is best known for his novel "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre." His true identity remains shrouded in mystery, with various theories suggesting he was a German anarchist or a reclusive writer living in Mexico. Despite the intrigue surrounding his persona, Traven's works, often centered on themes of social justice and adventure, continue to captivate readers worldwide.
Bad luck pursues the fool, the blind, the deaf, and the ignorant. Ignorance is the greatest evil there is.
The world owes no man a living, but it owes every man an opportunity to make a living.
When a man becomes desperate, he will do anything.
Gold is a devilish sort of thing; once it gets into a man's blood, nothing will satisfy him but to hunt for it.
Conscience is a thin, small voice. It is easily overpowered by the din of outside suggestions.
A man who is hungry is not a free man.
What good will a lot of money do you if you can't spend it?
There's no doubt about it, life's pretty tough.
The hardest thing to learn in life is which bridge to cross and which to burn.
There is no plan so perfect that it cannot be changed.
A good friend is worth more than a thousand pesos.
The only thing that counts in this life is what a man can do with his own hands.