That is the injustice of a woman's lot. A woman has to bring up her children; and that means to restrain them, to deny them things they want, to set them tasks, to punish them when they do wrong, to do all the unpleasant things. And then the father, who has nothing to do but pet them and spoil them, comes in when all her work is done and stealstheir affection from her.

Summary

This quote highlights the perceived injustice in the traditional gender roles assigned to women and men within a family dynamic. It suggests that women bear the heavier burden of raising children, which encompasses disciplining, denying their desires, setting responsibilities, and administering punishments. Meanwhile, fathers are portrayed as having little involvement in the demanding aspects of parenting. The quote argues that this imbalance of responsibilities allows fathers to effortlessly enjoy their children's love and affection, undermining the efforts and sacrifices made by mothers.

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