Quote by Oscar Wilde

Lord Illingworth: All women become like their mothers. That is their tragedy. Mrs. Allonby: No man does. That is his.

Lord Illingworth: All women become like their mothers. That

Summary

This quote highlights the societal double standard imposed on women and men regarding their upbringing and influence from their parents. Lord Illingworth suggests that women inevitably mirror their mothers, implying a lack of individuality and personal growth. In response, Mrs. Allonby challenges this notion by asserting that men are not bound by the same fate, indicating their freedom to deviate from their fathers' traits and choices. Thus, the quote encapsulates the tragedy of women being limited by societal expectations while men are granted more autonomy in shaping their own lives.

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