Authors
Eschenbach
Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach (1830–1916) was an Austrian novelist and dramatist noted for her psychological insight and concise aphorisms. Her novellas, plays and moral sketches examined social conditions and influenced German-language literature in the 19th century.
Quotes: 2
Quotes by Eschenbach
Accidental Truth and the Illusion of Success
Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach turns a simple household object into a sharp meditation on judgment. A stopped clock, though useless in practice, still aligns with the correct time twice a day; therefore, it can appear succes...
Created on: 6/3/2026
To Be Content With Little Is Hard; To Be Content With Much, Impossible – Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach
The quote highlights the insatiable nature of human desire, suggesting that no matter how much one has, true contentment remains elusive.
Created on: 4/15/2025