Communicate Quote by Auberon Waugh
“Anyone wishing to communicate with Americans should do so by e-mail, which has been specially invented for the purpose, involving neither physical proximity nor speech.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Art of Correspondence, 1965
Email allows communication without physical presence or spoken words, emphasizing distance and written clarity.
In simple terms: Email connects without being together.
Key Takeaway
Use email for distant communication.
Themes
communication
technology
distance
Mood
practical
informative
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- business
- personal letters
- remote work
Key Concepts
media
efficiency
modernity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you convey tone in email?
- When is email preferable to call?
A Different Perspective
Email lacks tone and nuance of voice.
