Modesty and conscientiousness receive their reward only in novels. In life they are exploited and then shoved aside

Modesty and conscientiousness receive their reward only in novels. In life they are exploited and then shoved aside

Erich Maria Remarque, a German author best known for his anti-war novel "All Quiet on the Western Front," often explored themes of modesty and conscientiousness in his works. In many of his novels, Remarque portrayed characters who exhibited these qualities, only to have them exploited and ultimately cast aside by society. This harsh reality depicted in his writing reflects the disillusionment and cynicism that Remarque himself felt towards the world.