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Suicide of a Hungarian philosophy teacher in front of his students
XEE4183931 Suicide of a Hungarian philosophy teacher in front of his students. Like Socrates, Leo Bruck drinks a glass of water in which he had put a deadly dose of veronal. Engraving. One of " Le petit journal illustrious", 1928. Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Suicide of a Hungarian philosophy teacher in front of his students. Like Socrates, Leo Bruck drinks a glass of water in which he had put a deadly dose of veronal. Engraving. One of " Le petit journal illustrious", 1928. Private Collection); Stefano Bianchetti; out of copyright
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Adolescence Adolescent Hungarian Hungary Outlandish Poison Poisoning School Boy School Class Suicide A Journal Fear
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This haunting print captures the tragic moment of the "Suicide of a Hungarian philosophy teacher in front of his students". Like Socrates, Leo Bruck chose to end his life by drinking a glass of water laced with veronal, right before the eyes of his young pupils. The engraving, part of "Le petit journal illustrious" from 1928 and now held in a private collection, depicts this heart-wrenching scene. The image evokes a sense of fear and disbelief as we witness the ultimate act of despair unfold within a classroom setting. Bruck's decision to take his own life in such an outlandish manner leaves us questioning what could have driven him to this point. Was it personal struggles or existential torment that led him down this path? As we contemplate this artwork, we are reminded not only of the fragility and complexity of human existence but also the profound impact teachers can have on their students' lives. In one devastating moment, Bruck forever alters the lives and perceptions of these adolescents who bear witness to his final act. Through Stefano Bianchetti's masterful engraving technique, we are transported back to Hungary during the early 20th century—a time when societal pressures and personal demons may have pushed individuals like Bruck towards such desperate measures. This thought-provoking print serves as a somber reminder that mental health should be prioritized and that compassion for those around us is essential in preventing similar tragedies from occurring.
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