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“Parents accept their obsolescence with the best grace they can muster. . . they do all they can to make it easy for the younger generation to surpass the older, while secretly dreading the rejection that follows.”

Quote by Christopher Lasch

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Christopher Lasch

Christopher Lasch (June 1, 1932 - February 14, 1994) was an American historian known for his critical analysis of modern American culture and society. His work explored themes such as individualism, consumerism, and the decline of morality, which had a profound impact on contemporary American society. more

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