Quote by Marguerite Duras

The house a woman creates is a Utopia. She can't help it - can't help trying to interest her nearest and dearest not in happiness itself but in the search for it.

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Summary

This quote suggests that a woman's domestic sphere, her house, becomes a utopia because she naturally tries to engage her loved ones in the pursuit of happiness. It implies that women have an inherent inclination to foster a harmonious and blissful environment for their family. Instead of directly providing happiness, they encourage others to seek it, implying their role as influencers and facilitators of contentment within the household. The quote highlights the nurturing and caring nature of women, emphasizing their role in cultivating emotional well-being and promoting the pursuit of personal fulfillment.

By Marguerite Duras

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