Quote by Thomas Hardy

Sometimes a woman's love of being loved gets the better of her conscience, and though she is agonized at the thought of treating a man cruelly, she encourages him to love her while she doesn't love him at all. Then, when she sees him suffering, her remorse sets in, and she does what she can to repair the wrong.

Sometimes a woman's love of being loved gets the better of h

Summary

This quote suggests that there are instances when a woman's desire to be loved overrides her moral compass. Despite feeling pained by the idea of mistreating a man, she willingly allows him to love her even if she does not reciprocate those feelings. However, once she witnesses his suffering as a result, her guilt arises, prompting her to take action and attempt to make amends for her wrongdoing. The quote sheds light on the complexity of romantic relationships and the inner turmoil that can arise from balancing personal desires with empathy for others.

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Love Conscience Cruelty Woman Unrequited Loved Sexes

By Thomas Hardy

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