Bishops Quote by P. G. Wodehouse
“Statisticians estimate that crime among good golfers is lower than in any class of the community except possibly bishops.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Code of the Woosters, 1938
Crime rates among respectable golfers are humorously claimed to be lower than most groups, except perhaps clergy.
In simple terms: Good golfers are supposedly less criminal.
Key Takeaway
Question stereotypes about social groups.
Themes
humor
social commentary
stereotypes
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
satire
observation
When to use this quote
- sports clubs
- community safety discussions
- media reporting
- public policy debates
Key Concepts
statistics
class perception
irony
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept statistics without questioning their source?
- How does humor affect our view of crime?
A Different Perspective
The claim is satirical and not based on real data.
