Analytics Quote by Mary MacLane
“Except two breeds - the stupid and the narrowly feline - all women have a touch of the Lesbian: an assertion all good non-analytic creatures refute with horror, but quite true: there is always the poignant intensive personal taste, the flair of inner-sex, in the tenderest friendships of women.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Autobiography of Mary MacLane, 1903
Women often share deep, intimate bonds that can feel like a romantic connection, reflecting a unique emotional intimacy.
In simple terms: Women can have intense, romantic‑like friendships.
Recognize and value deep friendships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- close female friendships
- support networks
- emotional intimacy
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between platonic and romantic intimacy?
- What societal factors influence how we label female friendships?
Not all women experience this; cultural context may shape perception.