My notion of a wife at 40 is that a man should be able to change her, like a bank note, for two 20s.

Summary

This quote suggests a derogatory view towards wives and a transactional perspective on relationships. It implies that once a woman reaches the age of 40, she loses her value and can be easily replaced by younger women. The comparison to a bank note reinforces the idea of women being seen as objects or commodities, rather than equals in a partnership. It demonstrates a shallow understanding of love and commitment, promoting the idea of trading partners for younger versions, which is disrespectful and objectifying.

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