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In the satirical piece "You Will Be Hearing From Us Shortly" by U.A. Fanthorpe, the absurdities of job interviews are cleverly depicted. The narrative questions the relevance of qualifications and the peculiarities of personal traits in the hiring process. The irony highlights the superficial judgments often passed during interviews, such as the importance placed on appearance and accent. With a blend of wit and critique, the text reflects societal expectations and the often surreal experience of seeking employment, leaving readers to ponder the true meaning of adequacy in the workplace.
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by U. A. Fanthorpe
Not, we must admit,
Precisely what • We had in mind • Would you care
To defend their relevance? • Indeed
Now your age. Perhaps you feel able • To make your own comment about that • Too? We are conscious ourselves • Of the need for a candidate with precisely • The right degree of
And now a delicate matter: • Your looks
You do appreciate this work involves Contact with the actual public?
Might they, Perhaps find your appearance Disturbing
Thatisthe way You have always spoken,
The usual dubiousDesire to perpetuate what had better Not have happened at all.
We do not Ask what domestic disasters shimmer