Karl Kraus

Karl Kraus stands as a towering figure in European satire, often hailed as the first major satirist on the continent since Jonathan Swift. His incisive wit and critical lens were primarily directed towards the press, the state of German culture, and the political landscapes of Germany and Austria. Through his multifaceted work as a writer, journalist, playwright, and poet, Kraus wielded aphorisms and essays as powerful tools to dissect and critique the society of his time, leaving an indelible mark on literary and journalistic discourse.