Vicki Baum (1888-1960)
wrote more than 50 novels.
At least ten of them were
adapted as motion pictures
in Hollywood.
She is considered
to be one of the founders
of contemporary American literature.
Other memorable Vicki Baum lines include:
“Fame always brings loneliness.
Success is as ice cold and
lonely as the North Pole.”
“A woman who is loved
always has success.”
“Pity is the deadliest feeling
that can be offered to a woman.”
that can be offered to a woman.”