Commend Quote by Edith Wharton
““And for always getting what she wants in the long run, commend me to a nasty woman.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of Mirth, 1905
She humorously admits that getting everything she wants leads to being labeled a “nasty woman.”
In simple terms: Getting everything makes her seem nasty.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on how ambition affects perception.
Themes
ambition
gender
perception
self‑image
Mood
wry
critical
Type
literary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- personal branding
- social media
Key Concepts
feminist critique
social expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society judge ambitious women?
- Can you redefine “nasty” positively?
A Different Perspective
Success can attract negative stereotypes.
