Quote by Oscar Wilde

Men always want to be a woman's first love. That is their clumsy vanity. We woman have a more subtle instinct about things. What we like is to be a man's last romance.

Men always want to be a woman's first love. That is their cl

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting desires and perspectives between men and women regarding love and relationships. It suggests that men often desire to be the first love of a woman, possibly as an ego boost or source of pride. On the other hand, women are portrayed as valuing the depth and commitment that comes with being a man's last romance, seeking a lasting and meaningful connection. The quote implies that women have a more discerning and nuanced understanding of relationships compared to men's more superficial vanity.

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By Oscar Wilde

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