Quote by Oscar Wilde

All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. No man does. That's his.

All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy.

Summary

This quote by Oscar Wilde suggests that women inevitably resemble their mothers, which is seen as a tragedy because it implies an absence of personal identity and autonomy. On the other hand, the quote implies that men are not burdened with the same fate, suggesting that they have the freedom to develop their own individuality without being bound by the influence of their paternal lineage. Wilde's quote reflects upon societal expectations placed on women to conform to traditional roles and familial patterns, while highlighting the privileged position of men in forging their own path.

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