Summary

Erich Fromm's life inspires us in many ways. However, one of the most important learning is thatchallenges, when encountered need to have a positive impact on our lives. One has to channelize one's
sufferance into a contribution that is meaning to the society & as well leaves an everlasting impression
on the society.
The First World War left a deep impression on Fromm's mind; so did his childhood. However, today he
is remembered with reverence because of the thoughts & the works that are an eternal source of
motivation for the society. It can be safely said that probably Erich Fromm is known for what he did
post the struggles he faced in his life.