Quote by Ambrose Bierce

n. - A woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind her.


n. - A woman with a fine prospect of happiness behind her.

Summary

This quote sarcastically defines a spinster, emphasizing that a "has-been" woman with a once-promising future is now assumed to be unmarried and unlikely to find happiness. The quote aims to challenge societal expectations and stereotypes surrounding unmarried women, suggesting that they are somehow incomplete or unsuccessful. It highlights the unfair judgment and stigmatization that can be placed on women who have chosen not to follow the traditional path of marriage.

By Ambrose Bierce
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