Quote by Andre Maurois

Marriage makes a man more vulnerable by doubling the expanse of sail exposed to the tempests of social life.

Marriage makes a man more vulnerable by doubling the expanse

Summary

This quote suggests that marriage can make a person more exposed and susceptible to the challenges and uncertainties of social life. It uses a metaphorical comparison to a sail, indicating that when one gets married, their social sphere expands, just like a sail expands when exposed to the strong winds of a tempest. In essence, this quote implies that marriage can increase vulnerability, as it opens up individuals to a larger range of social interactions and external influences.

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By Andre Maurois

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