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“The fact that women tend to regard the most important decision of their lives as already made, once they have married, makes them readier than their husbands to settle down and sit still in the situations at which they have arrived. It contributes, that is, to the passivity which is so commonly taken as characteristic of women, and also to the conservatism expected of them.”

Quote by Elizabeth Janeway

Book:Man's World Woman's Place: A Study in Social Mythology

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Elizabeth Janeway

Elizabeth Janeway was an American author born on October 7, 1913, and passed away on January 15, 2005. Her works spanned various literary genres, including novels, poetry, and drama. Janeway was known for her unique literary style and profound insights into human nature. more

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