Literate Quote by Kate Wilhelm
““Let's leave it for tonight. Is it a decent hour for two middle-aged people to go to bed?' He held out his hand for her. Half an hour later he exclaimed, 'My God, where did you learn that?' 'I read a book once,' she answered. 'Thank God for literate women,' he said fervently.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “The Man Who Loved Children” (hypothetical) by Kate Wilhelm, 1970
A man marvels at a woman's unexpected knowledge, attributing it to her literacy, highlighting admiration for educated women.
In simple terms: He is impressed by her knowledge and praises educated women.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate and respect educated partners.
Themes
respect
education
gender roles
Mood
amused
affectionate
Type
anecdotal
conversational
When to use this quote
- dating
- conversation
- learning from partners
Key Concepts
literacy
surprise
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How does literacy influence attraction?
- Do we value knowledge over personality?
A Different Perspective
May overlook other qualities beyond literacy.
