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Quotes by Friedrich Durrenmatt
Friedrich Dürrenmatt, born on January 5, 1921, in Konolfingen, Switzerland, was a renowned playwright, novelist, and essayist whose works explore the complexities of human morality and societal issues. With a distinctive blend of dark humor and philosophical inquiry, Dürrenmatt's most notable plays, such as "The Visit" and "The Physicists," challenge conventional narratives and provoke deep reflection on justice and power. His legacy endures through these thought-provoking works, which continue to resonate with audiences worldwide, cementing him as a pivotal figure in 20th-century literature.
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"So then learn to conquer your fear. This is the only art we have to master nowadays: to look at things without fear, and to fearlessly do right."
Friedrich Durrenmatt
"The world is bad but not without hope. It is only hopeless when you look at it from an ideal viewpoint."
Friedrich Durrenmatt"We do not consider patriotism desirable if it contradicts civilized behavior."
Friedrich Durrenmatt
"Before anything else, we need a new age of Enlightenment. Our present political systems must relinquish their claims on truth, justice and freedom and have to replace them with the search for truth, justice, freedom and reason."
Friedrich Durrenmatt