Absurd Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“Women are strange little beasts,' he said to Dr. Coutras. 'You can treat them like dogs, you can beat them till your arm aches, and still they love you.' He shrugged his shoulders. 'Of course, it is one of the most absurd illusions of Christianity that they have souls.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Of Human Bondage, W. Somerset Maugham, 1915
The quote presents a misogynistic view, reducing women to objects and denying their humanity.
In simple terms: Women are unfairly dehumanized.
Key Takeaway
Reject objectification, recognize equality.
Themes
gender
power
misogyny
humanity
Mood
cynical
dark
Type
literary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- social critique
- ethical debates
Key Concepts
objectification
patriarchy
religious myth
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we dehumanize others?
- How can we challenge sexist narratives?
A Different Perspective
Such statements perpetuate harmful stereotypes.
