“The multitude will hardly believe the excessive force of education, and in the difference of modesty between men and women, ascribe that to nature, which is altogether owing to early instruction: Miss is scarce three years old, but she's spoke to every day to hide her leg, and rebuked in good earnest if she shows it; whilst little Master at the same age is bid to take up his coats, and piss like a man.”
Quote by Bernard de Mandeville
Work
The Fable of the Bees
Written by Bernard Mandeville, this seminal work delves into the complexities of human behavior, economic systems, and social order by using the allegory of bees and their hive. The book examines the role of self-interest in the functioning of society and the economy, offering a critical perspective on the moral and ethical implications of individual actions within a collective framework. more
Author
Bernard de Mandeville
Bernard de Mandeville was a 17th-century English philosopher known for his contributions to moral philosophy and political economy. He is best known for his work 'The Fable of the Bees', which explores the nature of human behavior and society. more