Corn Quote by Alistair Cooke
“I hasten to say to snobs from the Surrey pine-and-sand country that no invention since the corn plaster or the electric toothbrush has brought greater balm to the extremities of the senior golfer than the golfmobile, a word that will have to do for want of a better.”
About This Quote
Source Broadcast: BBC Radio, 1974
He humorously praises the golfmobile as a modern comfort for senior golfers, surpassing past inventions.
In simple terms: Golfmobile is a great comfort for older golfers.
Key Takeaway
Embrace innovations that improve quality of life.
Themes
innovation
comfort
aging
humor
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
humorous
reflective
When to use this quote
- senior golf outings
- product design for elders
- marketing pitches
Key Concepts
technology
well‑being
leisure
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern invention has most improved your daily life?
- Is humor effective in promoting new products?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone may find the golfmobile practical.
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