It was Mrs. Campbell, for instance, who, on a celebrated…
“It was Mrs. Campbell, for instance, who, on a celebrated occasion, threw her companion into a flurry by describing her recent marriage as "the deep, deep peace of the double-bed after the hurly-burly of the chaise-longue."”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Man Who Came to Dinner, 1939
A witty remark illustrating how marriage can bring calm after chaotic life, using vivid metaphor of a peaceful double-bed.
In simple terms: Marriage brings peace after chaos.
Key Takeaway
Value the calm marriage brings.
Themes
marriage
peace
humor
Mood
lighthearted
thoughtful
Type
observational
humorous
When to use this quote
- weddings
- relationship milestones
- stress relief
Key Concepts
metaphor
social commentary
comfort
Questions to Reflect On
- Does partnership truly calm chaos?
- How do you find peace in relationships?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complexities of marriage.