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# Jakob Wassermann

(1873–1934)   Writer   Germany

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Jakob Wassermann was a writer from Germany, best known for *Caspar Hauser*.

## Quick Facts About Jakob Wassermann

Born March 10, 1873

Died January 1, 1934

Nationality Germany

Profession Writer

Notable works Caspar Hauser

Spouse Julie Wassermann-Speyer

## About Jakob Wassermann

Jakob Wassermann was a German writer and novelist.

##  Quotes by Jakob Wassermann

> [In every person, even in such as appear most reckless, there is an inherent desire to attain balance.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/jakob-wassermann/in-every-person-even-in-such-as-appear-most-reckless-there-is-an/)

[Jakob Wassermann](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/jakob-wassermann/)

[Balance](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/balance/)

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> [“The way individuals live together. The truth of each individual is only the truth of his own narrow perspective. The entirety of…](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/jakob-wassermann/the-way-individuals-live-together-the-truth-of-each-individual-is/)

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[Human qualities](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/about/human-qualities/)

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