Quote by William Shakespeare

She's beautiful, and therefore to be wooed; She is a woman, therefore to be won.


She's beautiful, and therefore to be wooed; She is a woman,

Summary

This quote reflects a societal perspective that beauty is an important attribute in women and that they should be pursued or wooed based on their physical attractiveness. It reduces women to objects to be won through romantic or courtship endeavors, reinforcing traditional gender roles and emphasizing the idea that a woman's value lies mainly in her appearance. However, this view disregards other aspects of a woman's character, intelligence, and individuality, reinforcing shallow and outdated notions of gender dynamics.

By William Shakespeare
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