Hans Fallada
Born: 07-21-1893
Hans Fallada, born Rudolf Wilhelm Friedrich Ditzen in 1893, was a German novelist known for his vivid depictions of life in early 20th-century Germany. His most famous works, including "Little Man, What Now?" and "Every Man Dies Alone," explore themes of societal struggle and individual resilience. Despite personal turmoil and political challenges, Fallada's writing remains deeply humanistic and insightful, capturing the essence of his turbulent times.
Book summaries for books written by Hans Fallada
Quotes
A man has to be able to stand up to anything, to any kind of misery, and if he can't, he's done for.
If a man is in a position to fire a gun, he's not unarmed.
It was strange how much you could love a person who was no longer there.
No one could be so brave as the person who had to live in the constant shadow of fear.
The best way to get something done is to go ahead and do it.
It was better to be alone than to live in the company of someone who didn't understand you.
Each person is the king of his own life, and in the end, he will stand there alone.
Some things are more important than your own life.
It was strange how a single thought, a single word, could make such a big difference.
Every person has their own way of grieving, and no one should judge them for it.
There's nothing harder than living in a world of lies.
Courage is not just about doing something dangerous; it's also about facing the truth.