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“She was no malleable, since frigid, substance upon which desires might be executed; she was not a true prostitute for she was the object on which men prostituted themselves.” quote by Angela Carter
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““She was no malleable, since frigid, substance upon which desires might be executed; she was not a true prostitute for she was the object on which men prostituted themselves.””

Angela Carter

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter, 1979

The quote suggests that a woman is not a passive object for others' desires, but an active participant who cannot be reduced to a mere tool.

In simple terms: Women are not objects for others' use.

Key Takeaway

Respect agency and reject objectification.

Themes

gender power agency objectification

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

analytical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace dynamics
  • media representation

Key Concepts

feminist theory subjectivity sexual politics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view change your perception of consent?
  • In what ways can we honor agency in everyday interactions?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual differences in desire and consent.

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