Quote by Marquis de Sade

Do not breed. Nothing gives less pleasure than childbearing. Pregnancies are damaging to health, spoil the figure, wither the charms, and it's the cloud of uncertainty forever hanging over these events that darkens a husband's mood.

Do not breed. Nothing gives less pleasure than childbearing.

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's perspective on childbearing, emphasizing a negative view towards it. The explanation suggests that the speaker believes that having children brings about little satisfaction or pleasure. They argue that pregnancy negatively affects a woman's health and physical appearance, diminishing her appeal. Additionally, the speaker argues that the uncertainties surrounding pregnancy and childbirth continually burden the husband, leading to a perpetual state of gloom. Overall, the quote conveys the speaker's pessimistic viewpoint on the consequences and emotional toll of childbearing.

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By Marquis de Sade

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