Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

It has ever been since time began, and ever will be, till time lose breath, that love is a mood - no more - to man, and love to a woman is life or death.

It has ever been since time began, and ever will be, till ti

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting nature of love between men and women. It suggests that for men, love is merely a fleeting emotion or mood, while for women, it becomes a deeply ingrained part of their existence. It implies that love holds different levels of significance and impact for each gender, with women viewing it as a matter of life or death. The quote speaks to the powerful and consuming nature that love can have on women, emphasizing the stark differences in the experiences and perceptions of love between men and women.

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By Ella Wheeler Wilcox

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