Ernst Toller Quotes

A collection of quotes by Ernst Toller.

Ernst Toller (1893-1939) was a German playwright, poet, and political activist. Born in Poland, he joined the German Workers' Youth Organization and later became a prominent figure in the German Expressionist movement. During World War I, Toller served as a soldier and was deeply affected by the horrors of war. He advocated for radical social change and was a co-founder of the German Communist Party. Toller's plays often explored themes of political and social upheaval, with his most famous work being "Hoppla, We're Alive!" Unfortunately, his life ended tragically when he committed suicide in exile.