“That’s what she was, Joanna felt suddenly. That’s what they all were, all the Stepford wives: actresses in commercials, pleased with detergents and floor wax, with cleansers, shampoos, and deodorants. Pretty actresses, big in the bosom but small in the talent, playing housewives unconvincingly, too nicey-nice to be real.”
Quote by Ira Levin
Work
The Stepford Wives: A Novel
A gripping narrative that delves into the lives of women in a seemingly perfect community, where the husbands have become subservient to a new, oppressive norm. The story raises questions about the nature of happiness and the cost of fitting in. more
Author
Ira Levin
Ira Levin was an American author known for his contributions to the genres of mystery, thriller, and horror. His novel 'Rosemary's Baby' was adapted into a successful film by Roman Polanski. Levin's writing frequently delved into themes of paranoia and psychological manipulation of characters. more
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