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B. Traven

B. Traven

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.

Book summaries for books written by B. Traven

Quotes

Bad luck pursues the fool, the blind, the deaf, and the ignorant. Ignorance is the greatest evil there is.

B. Traven

wisdomluck

The world owes no man a living, but it owes every man an opportunity to make a living.

B. Traven

opportunitylife

When a man becomes desperate, he will do anything.

B. Traven

desperation

Gold is a devilish sort of thing; once it gets into a man's blood, nothing will satisfy him but to hunt for it.

B. Traven

greedobsession

Conscience is a thin, small voice. It is easily overpowered by the din of outside suggestions.

B. Traven

consciencemoral

A man who is hungry is not a free man.

B. Traven

hungerfreedom

What good will a lot of money do you if you can't spend it?

B. Traven

moneymaterialism

There's no doubt about it, life's pretty tough.

B. Traven

lifehardship

The hardest thing to learn in life is which bridge to cross and which to burn.

B. Traven

decision-makingwisdom

There is no plan so perfect that it cannot be changed.

B. Traven

adaptabilityplanning

A good friend is worth more than a thousand pesos.

B. Traven

friendshipvalue

The only thing that counts in this life is what a man can do with his own hands.

B. Traven

workself-reliance