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I require only three things of a man. He must be handsome…

“I require only three things of a man. He must be handsome, ruthless and stupid.” quote by Dorothy Parker
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“I require only three things of a man. He must be handsome, ruthless and stupid.”

Dorothy Parker

About This Quote

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

The speaker demands a man be handsome, ruthless, and stupid, emphasizing superficial and negative traits.

In simple terms: Desired man: good‑looking, cruel, unintelligent.

Key Takeaway

Beware of valuing shallow qualities.

Themes

relationships values gender roles

Mood

cynical satirical

Type

literary critical

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • personal expectations
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

social critique character traits feminist commentary

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why prioritize these traits?
  • What are the consequences of such expectations?
A Different Perspective

Such criteria ignore deeper compatibility.

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