Allure Quote by William Moulton Marston
“Women are exciting for this one reason - it is the secret of women's allure - women enjoy submission, being bound. This I bring out in the Paradise Island sequences where the girls beg for chains and enjoy wearing them. Because all of this is a universal truth, a fundamental subconscious feeling of normal humans, the children love it. That is why they like Wonder Woman on Paradise Island better than anywhere else.”
About This Quote
Source Comic Book: Wonder Woman, 1939–1940, DC Comics
The quote suggests that women's allure lies in a hidden desire for submission and bondage, portrayed in the Paradise Island stories.
In simple terms: Women supposedly enjoy being bound and this is presented as a universal subconscious feeling.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that sexual fantasies are diverse and personal.
Themes
desire
submission
gender
fantasy
psychology
Mood
provocative
analytical
critical
Type
observational
theoretical
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- sexual therapy
- literary analysis
- media studies
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
subconscious desire
power dynamics
cultural myth
sexuality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do personal fantasies differ from cultural narratives?
- What impact do such portrayals have on gender perceptions?
A Different Perspective
Not all women share this desire; the claim generalizes and may reinforce stereotypes.
