“I repeat, sir, that in whatever position you place a woman she is an ornament to society and a treasure to the world. As a sweetheart, she has few equals and no superiors; as a cousin, she is convenient; as a wealthy grandmother with an incurable distemper, she is precious; as a wet-nurse, she has no equal among men. What, sir, would the people of the earth be without woman? They would be scarce, sir, almighty scarce.”
Quote by Mark Twain
Work
Mark Twain’s Letters & Speeches (Annotated Edition)
Featuring a wealth of personal letters, speeches, and other writings, this annotated edition provides a detailed look at the life and times of Mark Twain. The annotations offer insights into the historical context and the author's intentions, enriching the reader's understanding of Twain's work. more
Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Langhorne Clemens, was a renowned American author and humorist in the 19th century. His works are characterized by humor, satire, and profound social insight, with notable novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'. more
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