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I say Bertie old man I am in love at last. She is the most…

“I say Bertie old man I am in love at last. She is the most wonderful girl Bertie old man. This is the real thing at last Bertie. Come here at once and bring Jeeves. Oh I say you know that tobacco shop in Bond Street on the left side as you go up. Will you get me a hundred of their special…” quote by P.G. Wodehouse
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““I say Bertie old man I am in love at last. She is the most wonderful girl Bertie old man. This is the real thing at last Bertie. Come here at once and bring Jeeves. Oh I say you know that tobacco shop in Bond Street on the left side as you go up. Will you get me a hundred of their special cigarettes and send them to me here. I have run out. I know when you see her you will think she is the most wonderful girl. Mind you bring Jeeves. Don't forget the cigarettes. - Bingo.””

P.G. Wodehouse

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A character confesses love, requests help, and adds comic details, showing affection mixed with absurdity.

In simple terms: He tells his friend he’s in love and asks for cigarettes.

Key Takeaway

Express love clearly, even in quirky ways.

Themes

love humor friendship

Mood

playful affectionate

Type

literary comic

When to use this quote

  • courtship
  • errand running
  • social gathering
  • letter writing

Key Concepts

Romantic confession comic timing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humor affect sincere declarations?
  • What does the cigarette request reveal about the character?
A Different Perspective

The request’s triviality may distract from genuine emotion.

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