“The genius of happiness is still so rare. To possess it means to approach life with the humility of a beggar, but to treat it with the proud generosity of a prince; to bring to its totality the deep understanding of a great poet and to each of its moments the abandonment and ingenuousness of a child.”
Quote by Ellen Key
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The Morality of Woman: And Other Essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the philosophical and ethical aspects of womanhood, offering insights into the societal and cultural perceptions surrounding the role of women. more
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