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I used to think it a pity that her mother rather than she had not thought of birth control
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"I used to think it a pity that her mother rather than she had not thought of birth control"

- Muriel Spark

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This quote by Muriel Spark is a reflection on the absence of control ladies had over their very own bodies in the past. It suggests that the mother ought to have been the one to think about contraception, instead of the little girl, as it was the mom who was responsible for the child's reproductive choices. This quote suggests that the mom must have been a lot more knowledgeable about the effects of her child's reproductive choices and also ought to have taken actions to prevent them. It additionally suggests that the child was not offered the opportunity to make her own decisions concerning her reproductive health, which is a reflection of the patriarchal society in which females were anticipated to be subservient to guys. This quote is a suggestion of the importance of offering females freedom over their very own bodies and also reproductive selections. It is also a suggestion of the requirement for education as well as access to contraception so that women can make informed decisions regarding their reproductive wellness.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by Muriel Spark between February 1, 1918 and April 13, 2006. He/she was a famous Novelist from England. The author also have 13 other quotes.

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