Meaning of the word "every age has its book" in English

What does "every age has its book" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

every age has its book

US /ˈev.ri eɪdʒ hæz ɪts bʊk/
UK /ˈev.ri eɪdʒ hæz ɪts bʊk/
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Idiom

a proverb suggesting that every historical period or generation has its own unique characteristics, values, or defining literature

Example:
Just as the Renaissance had its great works, modern digital culture proves that every age has its book.
We must understand current trends because every age has its book and its own way of thinking.