Men are prostrated by misfortune; women bend, but do not break, and martyr-like live on. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Misfortune sprinkles ashes on the head of the man, but falls like dew on the heart of the woman, and brings forth [gems] of strength of which she herself had no conscious possession. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Lord Chesterfield designated ugly women as the third sex; how shall we place ugly men. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Men are prostrated by misfortune; women bend, but do not break, and martyr-like live on. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Beautiful thoughts flit across the brain, like butterflies in the sun's rays, and are as difficult to capture. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Women endowed with remarkable sensibilities enjoy much; but they also suffer much. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Misfortune sprinkles ashes on the head of the man, but falls like dew on the heart of the woman, and brings forth [gems] of… — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Every natural movement is graceful. Did you ever watch a kitten at play? — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Is it not in accordance with divine order that every mortal is thrown into that situation where his hidden evils can be brought forth… — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
There is always a half-malicious curiosity amongst actors to witness the shortcomings of a novice. They invariably experience strong inclinations to prophesy failure. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
Mme. Deluzy has said that indifference is a woman's guardian angel,--a remark not only applicable in France, but all over the world. — Anna Cora Mowatt Copy Share Image
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