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Women are not so well united as to form an Insurrection. They are for the most part wise enough to love their Chains, an
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"Women are not so well united as to form an Insurrection. They are for the most part wise enough to love their Chains, and to discern how becomingly they fit"

- Mary Astell

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This quote by Mary Astell recommends that ladies are not unified enough to rise versus the oppressive systems that keep them in chains. Astell indicates that women are sensible enough to recognize the charm of their chains, which they are content with their current situation. This quote indicates that females are not willing to challenge the status quo, which they are content with the method things are. Astell's quote indicates that females are not ready to take risks and fight for their rights, and that they are content with the method they are treated. This quote implies that females are not ready to take a stand and fight for their rights, and that they are content with the way things are. Astell's quote indicates that females are not going to challenge the oppressive systems that keep them in chains, and that they are content with their existing circumstance.

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Mary Astell This quote is written / told by Mary Astell between December 12, 1666 and May 11, 1731. She was a famous Writer from England. The author also have 38 other quotes.

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