Quotes and anectdotes from the wise to the foolish, and the courageous to the drunk

Bertolt Brecht Poet

  • Gender: Male
  • Citizenship: German Empire
  • Born: Feb 10, 1898
  • Died: Aug 14, 1956

Bertolt Brecht was a German Marxist poet, playwright, and theatre director.

A theatre practitioner of the 20th century, Brecht made contributions to dramaturgy and theatrical production, the latter through the tours undertaken by the Berliner Ensemble—the post-war theatre company operated by Brecht and his wife, long-time collaborator and actress Helene Weigel.

Society cannot share a common communication system so long as it is split into warring factions. communication & society

The world of knowledge takes a crazy turn when teachers themselves are taught to learn. knowledge & teacher

Science knows only one commandment - contribute to science. science

Because things are the way they are, things will not stay the way they are. change

War is like love it always finds a way. war

Do not fear death so much but rather the inadequate life. death & fear

There are many elements to a campaign. Leadership is number one. Everything else is number two. leadership

Why be a man when you can be a success? success

Poverty makes you sad as well as wise. sad

Mixing one's wines may be a mistake, but old and new wisdom mix admirably. wisdom

Don't be afraid of death so much as an inadequate life. death

Everyone chases after happiness, not noticing that happiness is right at their heels. happiness

Intelligence is not to make no mistakes, but quickly to see how to make them good. intelligence

Don't tell me peace has broken out. peace