Johann Gottfried Seume quotes

Johann Gottfried Seume was a German author, poet, and travel writer, renowned for his works and extensive journeys on foot across Europe. His most famous book, "Walk to Syracuse," describes his adventurous trek from Germany to Italy and reflects on society and culture. He advocated for freedom, individual thought, and critiqued political injustices of his time. Here are 5 of his quotes:

Nothing is more common on earth than to deceive and be deceived.

Johann Gottfried Seume

People should always have something which they prefer to life.

Johann Gottfried Seume

Music is the key to the female heart.

Johann Gottfried Seume

Tear man out of his outward circumstances; and what he then is; that only is he.

Johann Gottfried Seume