Quote by Zoe Saldana

I'm so intrigued by women throughout history where the significance of what they were representing at that time is obscured by the fact a man saved them or they were prostitutes.

I'm so intrigued by women throughout history where the signi

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This quote highlights the fascination with women's roles in history and the tendency to overlook their true significance due to stereotypes or male-centric narratives. It suggests that women's accomplishments or contributions have often been obscured or disregarded, either by emphasizing the role of men in their stories or by reducing them to societal stereotypes like prostitutes. The quote hopes to spark curiosity in uncovering the truth and reclaiming the full extent of women's historical impact.

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