Quote by W. Clement Stone

What contemptible scoundrel has stolen the cork to my lunch?

What contemptible scoundrel has stolen the cork to my lunch?

Summary

This quote expresses frustration and annoyance directed towards an unknown person who has taken something seemingly insignificant yet essential - the cork to someone's lunch. It portrays a sense of disbelief and incredulity towards such petty theft, possibly highlighting the speaker's dissatisfaction with the world around them or highlighting the irrationality of some people's actions.

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By W. Clement Stone

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