There is no real education that does not respond to felt need; anything else acquired is trifling display.
Allan BloomA new language always reflects a new point of view, and the gradual unconscious popularization of new words, or of old words used in new ways, is a sure sign of a profound change in people's articulation of the world.
Allan BloomMost of all I admire Mozart's capacity to be both deep and rational, a combination often said to be impossible.
Allan BloomThe students [of the 60's] substituted conspicuous compassion for their parents' conspicuous consumption.
Allan Bloom