Quote by Thornton Wilder

Marriage is a bribe to make a housekeeper think she's a householder.

Marriage is a bribe to make a housekeeper think she's a hous

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that marriage is a means of tricking a woman into believing she has control and authority within the household, when in reality her primary role may be that of a housekeeper or caretaker. It insinuates that marriage offers a false promise of power and status for women, highlighting a power dynamic that may exist within traditional marriages. The quote touches on the dynamics of gender roles and the societal expectations placed on women in the context of marriage.

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