Quote by Booth Tarkington

An ideal wife is any woman who has an ideal husband.

An ideal wife is any woman who has an ideal husband.

Summary

This quote suggests that the perception of an ideal wife is subjective and dependent on the ideals and expectations of one's husband. It implies that a woman can be considered an ideal wife by fulfilling the specific desires and standards set by her husband. This perspective places a significant emphasis on the role and approval of the husband in defining the qualities and characteristics of an ideal wife, potentially overlooking the agency and autonomy of the woman herself.

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Marriage

By Booth Tarkington

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