Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

Perfection is what American women expect to find in their husbands... but English women only hope to find in their butlers.

Perfection is what American women expect to find in their hu

Summary

This quote suggests a cultural difference in the expectations of American and English women when it comes to their ideal partners. It implies that American women have high standards and desire perfection in their husbands, while English women have more modest hopes and only anticipate finding perfection in their hired help, such as butlers. The quote relies on stereotypes and generalizations to highlight a perceived contrast in the romantic ideals of these two groups of women from different cultures.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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