Quote by Zelda Fitzgerald

We grew up founding our dreams on the infinite promise of American advertising. I still believe that one can learn to play the piano by mail and that mud will give you a perfect complexion.

We grew up founding our dreams on the infinite promise of Am

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This quote highlights the influence of American advertising on shaping dreams and aspirations. It reflects the nostalgic sentiment of the speaker who, despite the practical impossibilities, retains faith in the exaggerated claims made by advertisements. It speaks to a time when people were captivated by the promises and possibilities painted by advertising, whether it was learning a complex skill like playing the piano through mail-based courses or seeking quick fixes for beauty enhancement like mud masks for flawless skin.

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