Century Quote by Clifford Odets
“It's the Twentieth Century ... no more miracles.”
About This Quote
Source Play: “The Big Knife” (stage)
The twentieth century’s optimism waned, suggesting a loss of miraculous belief.
In simple terms: Miracles seem gone.
Seek meaning beyond miracles.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- modern art
- political discourse
- personal philosophy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What replaces belief in miracles?
- How do societies cope with disillusionment?
Optimism can still be cultivated.