Mika Waltari Quotes

A collection of quotes by Mika Waltari.

Mika Waltari (1908-1979) was a Finnish author renowned for his diverse literary works. He gained international recognition with his historical novel, "The Egyptian" (1945), which delves into the life of pharaoh Akhenaten. Waltari's writing encompassed various genres, including historical fiction, crime fiction, and science fiction. Throughout his career, he penned over 30 novels, numerous plays, and works for the screen. His versatility and captivating storytelling style made him one of Finland's most celebrated authors, and his works continue to be popular worldwide.

Life is a hot day, perhaps death is a cool night. Life is a

Life is a hot day, perhaps death is a cool night. Life is a shallow bay, perhaps death is a clear, deep sea.

Mika Waltari

Life Death

A decision once taken brings peace to a man's mind and eases

A decision once taken brings peace to a man's mind and eases his soul.

Mika Waltari

Peace

So foolish is the heart of man that he ever puts his hope in

So foolish is the heart of man that he ever puts his hope in the future, learning nothing from his past errors and fancying that tomorrow must be better than today.

Mika Waltari

Future