Authors like cats because they are such quiet, lovable, wise creatures, and cats like authors for the same reasons.
Robertson DaviesRead
Nothing grows old-fashioned so fast as modernity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Modern ideas and technologies quickly become outdated.
This quote by Robertson Davies highlights how rapidly changing times render contemporary trends and innovations obsolete. It suggests that what is considered modern or cutting-edge today will soon be viewed as outdated, reflecting the relentless pace of social and technological evolution.
Themes
ModernityChangeOutdatedProgressTrend
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about innovation in technology, you could use this quote to emphasize the fleeting nature of modern advancements.
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