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“I wish the English still possessed a shred of the old sense of humour which Puritanism, and dyspepsia, and newspaper reading, and tea-drinking have nearly extinguished.” quote by Norman Douglas
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“I wish the English still possessed a shred of the old sense of humour which Puritanism, and dyspepsia, and newspaper reading, and tea-drinking have nearly extinguished.”

Norman Douglas

About This Quote

Source Essay: The River of the Sun, 1915

He laments modern life’s loss of irreverent humor due to rigid morality, health anxieties, media, and ritual.

In simple terms: Modern habits have dulled the old, sharp wit.

Key Takeaway

Seek humor in everyday absurdities.

Themes

culture humor modernity

Mood

wry reflective

Type

observational satirical

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • reading news
  • tea parties
  • health discussions

Key Concepts

Satire social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you revive playful critique in daily life?
  • What habits stifle your humor?
A Different Perspective

Humor can be reclaimed without rejecting tradition.

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