The mystery of the cover letter: Why do recruiters still ask for them?

This is WONDERFUL reading! You'll laugh, I'm sure.

"I have a tattoo of your logo/founder’s face on my lower back. I have named all of my pets after your various product lines. I am grateful just to be given the opportunity to be rejected by you."
https://www.economist.com/business/2024/09/05/the-mystery-of-the-cover-letter