Quote by Henry James

A man who pretends to understand women is bad manners. For him to really to understand them is bad morals.

A man who pretends to understand women is bad manners. For h

Summary

This quote suggests that any man who claims to fully understand or comprehend women is being arrogant and ill-mannered. Moreover, it implies that it is even morally wrong for a man to believe he can truly understand the inner thoughts and experiences of women, as it conveys a lack of empathy and respect for their unique perspectives and struggles. The quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and respecting the complexity and individuality of women rather than presuming to have complete understanding.

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By Henry James

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