Marriage Quote by Elizabeth Bowen
““Livvy noted there seemed some communal feeling between the married: any wife could be faintly rude to anyone else's husband.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last September by Elizabeth Bowen, 1929
The narrator observes that married people share an unspoken camaraderie, allowing wives to be mildly rude to other men's husbands.
In simple terms: Married people have a subtle shared bond that permits mild rudeness.
Key Takeaway
Recognize subtle social dynamics in groups.
Themes
marriage
social norms
subtle power
Mood
observational
analytical
Type
literary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- married couples
- workplace interactions
Key Concepts
social observation
interpersonal dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does shared status affect behavior?
- When is mild rudeness acceptable?
A Different Perspective
Assuming all married groups share this feeling can be inaccurate.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
