Quote by Anton Chekhov

When an actor has money, he doesn't send letters, but telegrams.

When an actor has money, he doesn't send letters, but telegr

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone is wealthy, they choose to communicate through quicker and more efficient means like telegrams instead of traditional letters. It highlights the idea that people with money value their time and convenience and prioritize using technologies that cater to their lifestyle. It also implies that having wealth provides the means to adopt more advanced and prompt methods of communication in contrast to those with limited resources.

By Anton Chekhov

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