Quote by Anthony Burgess, You've Had Your

Women thrive on novelty and are easy meat for the commerce of fashion. Men prefer old pipes and torn jackets.

Women thrive on novelty and are easy meat for the commerce o

Summary

This quote implies that women embrace change and new things, making them susceptible to the influence of the fashion industry. Conversely, men are portrayed as appreciating timeless objects and showing less interest in keeping up with current trends. It suggests that women are more easily swayed by the business of fashion, while men tend to value familiarity and personal comfort over external appearance.

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By Anthony Burgess, You've Had Your

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