“A man can look upon his life and accept it as good or evil; it is far, far harder for him to confess that it has been unimportant in the sum of things.”
Quote by Murray Kempton
Work
Part of Our Time: Some Ruins and Monuments of the Thirties
This book delves into the intellectual and artistic landscape of the 1930s, examining various ruins and monuments that symbolize the era's cultural and historical impact. more
Author
Murray Kempton
Murray Kempton was a prominent American journalist known for his insightful and critical writing. Born on December 16, 1917, and passing away on May 5, 1997, Kempton's career spanned several decades, during which he covered a wide range of topics, including politics, social issues, and the arts. His work was characterized by its depth of analysis and commitment to social justice. more
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Source: The Originality of the Avant-garde and Other Modernist Myths