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“Girls marry for love. Boys marry because of a chronic irritation that causes them to gravitate in the direction of objects with certain curvilinear properties.”

Quote by Ashley Montagu

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Ashley Montagu was a prominent British anthropologist known for his extensive research on human behavior and culture. His work encompassed a wide range of fields, including race, gender, and social structures, and had a profound impact on the development of anthropology. more

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