Simone de Beauvoir, The Second S Quotes

A collection of quotes by Simone de Beauvoir, The Second S.

Simone de Beauvoir was a French writer, philosopher, and feminist activist born on January 9, 1908. She is best known for her groundbreaking work "The Second Sex" (1949), which examined the societal and existential challenges faced by women. De Beauvoir was a significant figure in the existentialist movement, along with her lifelong partner Jean-Paul Sartre. Her writings explored themes of freedom, ethics, and the construction of gender roles. De Beauvoir's contributions to feminist theory and her emphasis on women's liberation played a vital role in shaping the feminist movement of the 20th century. She passed away on April 14, 1986.

The curse which lies upon marriage is that too often the ind

The curse which lies upon marriage is that too often the individuals are joined in their weakness rather than in their strength -- each asking from the other instead of finding pleasure in giving.

Simone de Beauvoir, The Second S

Marriage