Jaroslav Hašek
Born: 04-29-1883
Jaroslav Hašek was a Czech writer best known for his satirical novel "The Good Soldier Švejk," which humorously critiques the absurdities of war and bureaucracy. Born in 1883 in Prague, Hašek's adventurous life included stints as a journalist, anarchist, and soldier. His experiences deeply influenced his writing, blending sharp wit with a keen observation of human nature. Hašek's work remains a cornerstone of Czech literature, celebrated for its enduring humor and insight.
Book summaries for books written by Jaroslav Hašek
Quotes
One had to be a little of a rogue to get along with people.
A true patriot must always be ready to defend his country against its government.
An intelligent man is sometimes forced to be drunk to spend time with fools.
He who laughs last didn't get the joke.
There is no such thing as a moral or an immoral book. Books are well written, or badly written.
It's all a matter of habit. That's what you get from being educated.
It's a great thing to be clever, but superior to everything is being kind.
A kind word goes a long way.
The only thing that would be worse than having a happy ending would be not having one.
Life is like a game of cards. The hand you are dealt is determinism; the way you play it is free will.
Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes.
A man is never so on trial as in the moment of excessive good fortune.