Erich Maria Remarque, All Quiet Quotes
A collection of quotes by Erich Maria Remarque, All Quiet .
Erich Maria Remarque, born on June 22, 1898, in Osnabrück, Germany, was a renowned novelist best known for his masterpiece "All Quiet on the Western Front." Remarque's experience serving in World War I profoundly influenced his writing style and themes. He enlisted in the German army in 1916 but was wounded in 1917 and subsequently discharged due to injuries. After the war, Remarque worked as a teacher before becoming a full-time writer.
Published in 1929, "All Quiet on the Western Front" became an international sensation, captivating readers with its vivid portrayal of the horrors of warfare. The novel, narrated by Paul Bäumer, a young German soldier, paints a bleak and realistic picture of the trauma, disillusionment, and dehumanizing effects of war on individuals. Remarque's anti-war sentiment and raw depiction of the physical and psychological agonies endured by soldiers struck a chord with readers and made him a prominent figure in the post-war literary world.
Sadly, Remarque's works faced censorship and persecution during the rise of the Nazi Party in Germany. As a prominent critic of the regime, he was banned and his books were burned. Consequently, Remarque lived in exile and later became a naturalized American citizen. Despite these challenges, he continued to write, exploring various themes such as love, loss, and the impact of war on individuals and society.
Erich Maria Remarque's literary career spanned several decades, and his writings had a lasting impact, influencing subsequent generations of writers. He passed away on September 25, 1970, leaving behind a remarkable body of work that still resonates with readers worldwide.
