Quote by Oscar Wilde

The husbands of very beautiful women belong to the criminal classes.

The husbands of very beautiful women belong to the criminal

Summary

This quote suggests that men who are married to exceptionally attractive women are more likely to engage in illegal activities. It implies that these men are part of the "criminal classes" because their association with beautiful women might make them more envious, possessive, or jealous, leading to deviant behavior. This quote implies a stereotype that being married to a beautiful woman can have negative consequences on a man's character and moral choices.

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Marriage

By Oscar Wilde

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