Long ago Quote by Arthur C. Clarke
““Some women, Commander Norton had decided long ago, should not be allowed aboard ship; weightlessness did things to their breasts that were too damn distracting””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Star" (or similar) by Arthur C. Clarke, 1968
The narrator notes that women were barred from a ship because weightlessness affected their bodies in distracting ways.
In simple terms: Women were excluded due to physical effects of zero‑gravity.
Key Takeaway
Challenge gender bias in space travel.
Themes
gender
space exploration
bias
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
ethical
social
When to use this quote
- space missions
- training programs
- policy making
Key Concepts
feminism
physiology
social norms
Questions to Reflect On
- Should physical differences dictate role restrictions?
- How can design mitigate such issues?
A Different Perspective
May be an outdated stereotype.
