“If civilization has risen from the Stone Age, it can rise again from the Wastepaper Age.”
Quote by Jacques Barzun
Work
The House of Intellect
A comprehensive work that delves into various aspects of intellectual thought and its impact on society. more
Author
Jacques Barzun
Jacques Barzun was an American historian, born on November 30, 1907, and passed away on October 25, 2012. He was renowned for his profound insights into Western culture, literature, and history, and is considered one of the most important cultural critics of the 20th century. more
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