Quote by H. L. Mencken

Strike an average between what a woman thinks of her husband a month before she marries him and what she thinks of him a year afterward, and you will have the truth about him.

Strike an average between what a woman thinks of her husband

Summary

This quote suggests that the true character of a person can be determined by finding a middle ground between the way a woman perceives her husband before and after marriage. It implies that initial romanticized notions of a partner may fade away with time, leading to a more realistic understanding of their true nature. By examining both perspectives, one can perceive a more accurate portrayal of a person's qualities and determine their genuine character.

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By H. L. Mencken

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