Quote by Wallace Stevens

One cannot spend one's time in being modern when there are so many more important things to be.

One cannot spend one's time in being modern when there are s

Summary

This quote suggests that it is frivolous to prioritize being up-to-date and keeping up with modern trends and fads when there are more substantial and meaningful things to focus on in life. It emphasizes the importance of shifting our attention towards the things that truly matter, such as personal growth, relationships, and making a positive impact in the world, rather than being consumed by superficial aspects of modernity.

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Modern Modernism

By Wallace Stevens

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