I must confess that I too am a woman and that I am always prepared to applaud a woman who is more daring than I, and is equal to a man in fighting for freedom of behavior.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Gauguin identifies as a woman in spirit and applauds daring women who fight for behavioral freedom equal to men.
- In plain terms
- He supports women who fight for freedom as boldly as men.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage and freedom transcend gender boundaries.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What freedom are you fighting for?
- Who do you applaud for their daring?
Another view
Identifying across gender lines can be complex in historical contexts.
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