Quote by James Thurber

The difference between our decadence and the Russians is that while theirs is brutal, ours is apathetic.

The difference between our decadence and the Russians is tha

Summary

This quote highlights a contrast between the decadence of two different societies. It suggests that the Russians exhibit a brutal form of decadence, meaning it is forceful and aggressive in nature. On the other hand, the quote implies that our (presumably the speaker's) decadence is apathetic, indicating a lack of interest, concern, or emotional response. In essence, it implies that while the Russians may express their decadence through active and overt means, our society's decadence is characterized by a passive indifference or disengagement.

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Apathy

By James Thurber

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