Husband Quote by Oscar Wilde
“When a woman marries againit is because she detested her first husband. When a man marries again it is because he adored his first wife. Women try their luck; men risk theirs.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "A Woman of No Importance" (fictional attribution), late 19th century
Marital choices reflect gendered motivations and societal expectations.
In simple terms: Women seek escape; men seek nostalgia.
Key Takeaway
Question stereotypes in relationships.
Themes
gender
marriage
motivation
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- divorce
- remarriage
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
social norms
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do these patterns hold today?
- How do cultural contexts shape remarriage motives?
A Different Perspective
Oversimplifies complex personal reasons.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away-from-home_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
