Quote by Virginia Woolf

Young women... you are, in my opinion, disgracefully ignorant. You have never made a discovery of any sort of importance. You have never shaken an empire or led an army into battle. The plays by Shakespeare are not by you, and you have never introduced a barbarous race to the blessings of civilization. What is your excuse?

Young women... you are, in my opinion, disgracefully ignoran

Summary

This quote appears to be a condescending and belittling statement aimed at young women. It suggests that they are ignorant, have no notable achievements or contributions to society, and lack the ability to make a significant impact. The quote questions the young women's excuses for their supposed lack of accomplishments and indirectly implies that they have no valid reason for their perceived inadequacy. Overall, the quote reflects a biased and derogatory attitude towards young women, disregarding their potential and dismissing their abilities.

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Women

By Virginia Woolf

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