Modern designs for classic quilts

I picked up this book because I love the quilt on the cover.  I was scratching my head over modern verses classic quilts.  What are the differences?  I thought that modern quilts would be about using traditional quilt patterns with modern fabric color and patterns.  Which according to the authors somewhat explains the difference betwixt modern and classic.  The book lists several other differences.  Modern quilts have less or no borders, often use multiple-fabric background, use more neutrals and solids, employ less elaborate piecing and more focus on the fabric.  Take a look at page 6 for the full list of Modern vs. Traditional.  The authors list recommended stuff to get for quilting.  I will have to look for some fork pins, they looked pretty handy.  Nineteen different quilting project instructions are included, with three pages of templates and patterns.