Up to 75 columnists a week introduce a note of erudition into their articles by beginning them with the phrase "It is a truth universally acknowledged that..." Recent examples include, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that the new two-door Ford Capri is an absolute dream to handle" (Jeremy Clarkson, Sunday Times) and, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that my so-called ex is an insufferable prat, whinger and serial shagger" (Liz Jones, Mail on Sunday) and, "It is a truth universally acknowledged that there were times when King Henry VIII could be a right royal bastard" (Dr David Starkey, Monarchy Today).
By Craig Brown The Telegraph 26/01/2008 www.telegraph.co.uk
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