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“It's enough for a small betrayal, a distancing, an affirmation of independence to provoke wrath, fear and also hatred from the adult. How many husbands and boyfriends kill the woman they say they love because she has decided to leave. It's in the news every day.” quote by Dacia Maraini
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“It's enough for a small betrayal, a distancing, an affirmation of independence to provoke wrath, fear and also hatred from the adult. How many husbands and boyfriends kill the woman they say they love because she has decided to leave. It's in the news every day.”

Dacia Maraini

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The quote condemns domestic violence, noting that betrayal and independence can provoke hostility, and that many women are killed by partners.

In simple terms: Violence follows women's independence.

Key Takeaway

Support victims and challenge abuse.

Themes

violence independence gender

Mood

angry urgent

Type

social political

When to use this quote

  • news cycles
  • legal reform
  • community support

Key Concepts

domestic abuse power dynamics social injustice

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can reduce such violence?
  • How to protect at‑risk women?
A Different Perspective

Complex societal factors also play a role.

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