Quote by Russell Baker
Like all young reporters - brilliant or hopelessly incompetent - I dreamed of the glamorous life of the foreign correspondent: prowling Vienna in a Burberry trench coat, speaking a dozen languages to dangerous women, narrowly escaping Sardinian bandits - the usual stuff that newspaper dreams are made of.
Summary
In this quote, the author highlights the ambitions, aspirations, and fantasies of a young reporter, emphasizing both their idealistic view of foreign correspondence and the varying degrees of competence within the profession. The quote captures the romanticized image of the foreign correspondent, envisioning them as a sophisticated and adventurous figure, clad in a Burberry trench coat, interacting with mysterious individuals in different languages, and encountering thrilling escapades in exotic locations. It sarcastically reflects the common expectations and daydreams associated with the world of journalism while acknowledging the potential gap between these dreams and the reality of the profession.
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