Quote by Joseph Conrad

As to honor -- you know -- it's a very fine mediaeval inheritance which women never got hold of. It wasn't theirs.

As to honor -- you know -- it's a very fine mediaeval inheri

Summary

This quote suggests that honor, in the traditional sense, is an idea deeply rooted in medieval times that was never fully embraced or accessible to women. The speaker implies that honor was a cultural construct primarily associated with men, denying women the ability to fully possess it. This statement highlights the historical limitations placed on women and their exclusion from certain societal privileges or expectations, reflecting the gender disparities prevalent throughout history.

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Honor

By Joseph Conrad

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