Marriage Quote by P.G. Wodehouse
““More and more clearly as the scones disappeared into his interior he saw that what the sensible man wanted was a wife and a home with scones like these always at his diposal.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Code of the Woosters, 1938
The sensible man longs for domestic stability, symbolized by a wife, home, and comforting food.
In simple terms: People crave home, partner, and simple comforts.
Key Takeaway
Seek stability and simple pleasures.
Themes
home
family
comfort
Mood
nostalgic
humorous
Type
literary
observational
When to use this quote
- moving to a new house
- starting a family
- comfort food cravings
Key Concepts
domesticity
human needs
Questions to Reflect On
- What comforts do you cherish most?
- How does stability affect your growth?
A Different Perspective
Stability may limit adventurous spirit.
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