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Bertolt Brecht

Bertolt Brecht

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Birth: 1898-02-10 , Augsburgo
Death: 1956-08-14 , Berlim Leste
Bertolt Brecht was a highly influential German playwright, poet, and theatre director. He is renowned for his pioneering work in epic theatre, which aimed to provoke critical thought rather than emotional immersion. His writings often carried strong political and social messages, critiquing capitalism, war, and injustice. Brecht's innovative techniques, such as the alienation effect (Verfremdungseffekt), revolutionized modern theatre.
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Truly, I live in dark times! The guileless word is folly. A smooth forehead Suggests insensitivity. The man who laughs Has simply not yet had The terrible news.

To Those Born Later 4 (An die Nachgeborenen) [1938], opening lines

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