Hesse, Hermann

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A German-born twentieth-century Swiss writer. His best-known works, including Siddhartha and Steppenwolf, concern the duality of human existence and the alienation of the artist. They were particularly popular in the United States in the 1960s and 1970s. He won the 1946 Nobel Prize for literature.

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Here Muehl appears alongside Hermann Nitsch, Gunter Brus, and Rudolf Schwarzkogler, his fellow founders of Aktionism in 1964.
The Life and Art of Radical Provocateur—and Commune Leader—Otto Muehl|Anthony Haden-Guest|September 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Other famous taxidermists, like explorer Charles Waterton and Hermann Ploucquet, captured the popular imagination.
Dead and Beautiful: The Art of Taxidermy|William O’Connor|April 16, 2014|DAILY BEAST
It was the most-desired artwork by the Nazis, including Hitler and his second-in-command, Hermann Göring.
Hitler’s Hunt for the Holy Grail and the Ghent Altarpiece|Noah Charney|December 21, 2013|DAILY BEAST
“Women are usually a lot more willing to embarrass themselves,” Hermann said.
Paint Nite Combines Art Lessons and Alcohol at Bars and Restaurants|Kelsey Meany|August 1, 2013|DAILY BEAST

“The instructions are straightforward,” said Daniel Hermann, head of strategy and founder of Paint Nite.
Paint Nite Combines Art Lessons and Alcohol at Bars and Restaurants|Kelsey Meany|August 1, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Hermann seeks to marry against his father's wish, and the objection is the poverty of Dorothea.
Frdric Mistral|Charles Alfred Downer
Nevertheless they failed to take Cassel, the chief object of the campaign, and were obliged to retire from Hesse.
The Political History of England - Vol. X.|William Hunt
Early in the year the allies entered Hesse, and forced the French to retreat almost to the Main.
The Political History of England - Vol. X.|William Hunt
A treaty was made with the Landgrave of Hesse Cassel for the hire of troops, and the naval and military forces were augmented.
The Political History of England - Vol. X.|William Hunt
Mr. Hesse was engaged and Dalyrimple, waiting, began idly fingering in a ledger on the stenographer's desk.
Flappers and Philosophers|F. Scott Fitzgerald