American business Quote by Margaret Mitchell
“It doesn’t matter who you marry, as long as he thinks like you and is a gentleman and a Southerner and prideful. For a woman, love comes after marriage.” “Oh, Pa, that’s such an Old Country notion!” “And a good notion it is! All this American business of running around marrying for love, like servants, like Yankees! The best marriages are when the parents choose for the girl. For how can a silly piece like yourself tell a good man from a scoundrel?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Gone with the Wind, 1936
Marriage should align with cultural expectations and shared values, not romantic love.
In simple terms: Marriage based on values, not love.
Key Takeaway
Consider cultural compatibility in relationships.
Themes
marriage
culture
values
Mood
nostalgic
thoughtful
Type
literary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- family arrangements
- courtship
- cultural traditions
- arranged marriages
Key Concepts
social norms
gender roles
Questions to Reflect On
- How do cultural expectations shape marriage?
- Can love and tradition coexist?
A Different Perspective
Modern societies prioritize personal choice over tradition.
