I put in my list all the busy, useful independent spinsters I know, for liberty is a better husband than love to many of us.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author values independence and suggests liberty is a better life partner than love for many women.
- In plain terms
- Being free is better than being married for many women.
- What can you take from it?
- Independence can be more valuable than marriage.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is freedom more important than love?
- What defines a good life?
Another view
Liberty may not fulfill emotional needs for everyone.
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