Accepting Quote by Thomas Hardy
“It appears that ordinary men take wives because possession is not possible without marriage, and that ordinary women accept husbands because marriage is not possible without possession”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tess of the d'Urbervilles, Thomas Hardy, 1891
Marriage is portrayed as a transaction where men seek possession and women seek security.
In simple terms: Marriage as a transaction.
Key Takeaway
Question societal expectations.
Themes
gender roles
marriage
societal norms
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- historical marriage customs
- modern relationships
- legal contracts
Key Concepts
power dynamics
economic security
Questions to Reflect On
- Do modern couples still view marriage this way?
- How do cultural shifts affect these roles?
A Different Perspective
Views may oversimplify complex personal motives.
