Century Quote by Gertrude Stein
“Every adolescent has that dream every century has that dream every revolutionary has that dream, to destroy the family.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas, 1933
A recurring desire across ages to overturn traditional family structures as a form of radical change.
In simple terms: People often wish to break family norms.
Key Takeaway
Question why the family is seen as oppressive.
Themes
rebellion
family
radicalism
Mood
defiant
critical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- adolescent rebellion
- political movements
- cultural critique
- family therapy
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal experiences shape one's view of family?
- Is breaking family always a revolutionary act?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overgeneralize motives of all revolutionaries.
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