Quote by Oscar Wilde

They are horribly tedious when they are good husbands, and abominably conceited when they are not.

They are horribly tedious when they are good husbands, and a

Summary

This quote suggests that when men are good husbands, they can become dull and monotonous, lacking the excitement and spontaneity that makes one's company enjoyable. On the other hand, when they are not good husbands, they may display an exaggerated sense of self-importance and boastfulness to compensate for their shortcomings. In either case, the quote implies that men can sometimes display unappealing traits, whether it be a lack of excitement or an inflated ego.

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Marriage

By Oscar Wilde

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