Children Quote by John Irving
“It was one of those ridiculous arrangements that couples make when they are separating, but before they are divorced - when they still imagine that children and property can be shared with more magnanimity than recrimination.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last Detail, 1995
Divorce arrangements attempt fairness but often hide resentment.
In simple terms: Couples share children and property magnanimously.
Key Takeaway
Seek true fairness, not illusion.
Themes
divorce
fairness
family dynamics
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal settlements
- co‑parenting
- asset division
Key Concepts
law
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure genuine fairness?
- What emotions surface in separation?
A Different Perspective
Compromise can mask deeper conflict.
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