Quote by Julie Burchill

There's something brave and touching about game girls of all ages keeping themselves smart in hard times - one thinks of those wonderful women during World War II drawing stocking seams in eyebrow pencil up the back of legs stained with gravy browning because nylons were so hard to get hold of.

There's something brave and touching about game girls of all

Summary

This quote highlights the resilience and resourcefulness of women during difficult times. It specifically refers to the women of World War II who had to find creative ways to appear presentable despite the scarcity of resources like stockings. It praises their bravery and determination to maintain their appearance, using eyebrow pencils to mimic the look of stockings. These women's efforts symbolize their strength and fight against adversity, emphasizing the power of perseverance in the face of hardship.

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