Karl Kraus, originally published Quotes
A collection of quotes by Karl Kraus, originally published.
Karl Kraus (1874-1936) was an Austrian writer, journalist, and critic known for his sharp wit, social commentary, and biting satirical works. He was born in JiÄÃn, Moravia, which was then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and later settled in Vienna.
Kraus founded and edited the influential literary and political magazine, "Die Fackel" (The Torch), which he used as a platform to critique an array of topics ranging from politics and journalism to cultural and moral decay. He had an incisive and uncompromising style, often exposing hypocrisy and corruption within Austrian society.
His most significant work is the play "The Last Days of Mankind," a sprawling five-act dramatic extravaganza that vividly portrays the horrors and absurdities of World War I. The play took years to complete and remains one of the longest plays in the history of theater. It reflects Kraus's relentless criticism of warmongering, propaganda, and the destructive power of language.
Throughout his career, Karl Kraus was a controversial figure, admired by some as a brilliant satirist and public intellectual, while others viewed him as overly acerbic and overly critical. Despite this, he was revered by many as a cultural icon and a staunch defender of truth and integrity in journalism and writing.
Kraus's work had a lasting impact, inspiring and influencing future generations of writers and thinkers. He passed away in Vienna in 1936, leaving behind a legacy that continues to resonate with those seeking to expose societal ills and challenge the status quo.
