Star General

Famous quotes containing the words star and/or general:

    “The star is the ultimate American verification of Jean Jacques Rousseau’s Emile. His mere existence proves the perfectability of any man or woman. Oh wonderful pliability of human nature, in a society where anyone can become a celebrity! And where any celebrity ... may become a star!”
    —Daniel J. Boorstin (b. 1914)

    “A general loathing of a gang or sect usually has some sound basis in instinct.”
    —Ezra Pound (1885–1972)