Work Good Quote by P.G. Wodehouse
““My name's Bassington-Bassington, and the jolly old Bassington-Bassingtons - I mean the Bassington-Bassingtons aren't accustomed - " Old Blumenfeld told him in a few brief words pretty much what he thought of the Bassington-Bassingtons and what they weren't accustomed to. ... "You got to work good for my pop!" said the stout child, waggling his head reprovingly at Cyril. "I don't want any bally cheek from you!" said Cyril, gurgling a bit. "What's that?" barked old Blumenfeld. "Do you understand that this boy is my son?" "Yes, I do," said Cyril. "And you both have my sympathy!" "You're fired!" bellowed old Blumenfeld, swelling a good bit more. "Get out of my theatre!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Little Nugget by P.G. Wodehouse, 1935
A humorous exchange highlighting class tension, misunderstanding, and the absurdity of bureaucratic authority.
In simple terms: Funny clash of social expectations.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and defuse petty power plays.
Themes
humor
class
misunderstanding
authority
family
Mood
playful
ironic
lighthearted
Type
literary
dialogue
satirical
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- workplace disputes
- schoolyard interactions
- theatrical rehearsals
Key Concepts
satire
social hierarchy
communication breakdown
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when authority feels arbitrary?
- What can humor reveal about social divides?
A Different Perspective
The comedy may downplay real emotional harm caused by class prejudice.
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