Quote by Lord Chesterfield

The only solid and lasting peace between a man and his wife is, doubtless, a separation.

The only solid and lasting peace between a man and his wife

Summary

This quote suggests that the only way to achieve true harmony in a marriage is through separation. It implies that the inherent conflicts and differences between spouses are insurmountable and can only be resolved by physically distancing themselves from each other. This perspective argues against the possibility of finding a lasting peace within a marriage, suggesting that separation is the only solution to mitigate the tensions and conflicts that may arise between partners.

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