Quote by Margaret Drabble

Family life itself, that safest, most traditional, most approved of female choices, is not a sanctuary: It is, perpetually, a dangerous place.

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Summary

This quote suggests that despite the perception of family life being a secure and normative choice for women, it can actually pose various risks and threats. It implies that family life is not inherently a safe haven, but rather a potentially hazardous environment. This could be understood as a critical reflection on the challenges and vulnerabilities women may face within the confines of family dynamics and traditional gender roles, challenging the commonly propagated notion of family as a purely sheltered and secure space.

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By Margaret Drabble

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