It is usual for a woman, even though she may ardently…
“It is usual for a woman, even though she may ardently desire to give herself to a man, to feign reluctance, to simulate alarm or indignation. She must be brought to consent by urgent pleading, by lies, adjurations, and promises. I know that only professional prostitutes are accustomed to answer such an invitation with a perfectly frank assent -- prostitutes, or simple-minded, immature girls.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Women often feign reluctance to intimacy, requiring pressure or deception to consent, unlike prostitutes who may respond directly.
In simple terms: Women may pretend to resist, needing push to agree.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect genuine consent.
Themes
gender dynamics
power
consent
sexuality
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analysis
commentary
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- sexual negotiations
- professional sex work
Key Concepts
social expectations
authenticity
coercion
Questions to Reflect On
- How does societal pressure shape sexual consent?
- What are ethical ways to ensure genuine agreement?
A Different Perspective
Consent should be freely given without manipulation.