Modern

Famous quotes containing the word modern:

“Many said selfishness was the flaw of our modern age; but then self-conceit emerged from a corner of the deepest hell to join selfishness.”
—Franz Grillparzer (1791–1872)

“American time has stretched around the world. It has become the dominant tempo of modern history, especially of the history of Europe.”
—Harold Rosenberg (1906–1978)

“All modern revolutions have ended in a reinforcement of the power of the state.”
—Albert Camus (1913–1960)