Quote by Ashley Montague

Girls marry for love. Boys marry because of a chronic irritation that causes them to gravitate in the direction of objects with certain curvilinear properties.

Girls marry for love. Boys marry because of a chronic irrita

Summary

This quote humorously contrasts the motivations behind marriage for girls and boys. It suggests that girls marry out of love, emphasizing emotional connections and deep affection. On the other hand, it conveys a lighthearted idea that boys marry due to a chronic irritation, playfully implying a humorous representation of their attraction towards physical features typically associated with women. Overall, the quote aims to depict a light-hearted comparison between the sentimental motivations of girls and the physical attraction portrayed by boys.

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Love Marriage

By Ashley Montague

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