Heinrich Mann quotes

Heinrich Mann was a German novelist and essayist, renowned for his satirical and socially critical works. His novels often explored themes of authoritarianism, individual freedom, and the complexities of German society. He became a leading voice among intellectuals who opposed fascism and advocated for democracy. Here are 5 of his quotes:

Goodness means the highest degree of popularity. (Heinrich Mann)
And my father, after all, was a nationalist. View quote
Heinrich Mann
There is no better way of elevating the novel than by making it into a construct which contains ideas. View quote
Heinrich Mann
The Bourbon King was first ambassador of reason and human happiness. View quote
Heinrich Mann
An intellectual who accommodates the ruling caste betrays the spirit. For the spirit is not conservative and grants no privileges. It dissolves; it equalizes; and it pushes through the ruins of hundreds of castles toward the final fulfillment of truth and justice, and their completion, even if it is the completion of death. View quote
Heinrich Mann

Heinrich Mann

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Occupation: German Novelist
Born: March 27, 1871
Died: March 11, 1950
Quotes count: 5
Wikipedia: Heinrich Mann

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