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The labor of women in the house, certainly, enables men to produce more wealth than they otherwise could and in this way
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"The labor of women in the house, certainly, enables men to produce more wealth than they otherwise could; and in this way women are economic factors in society. But so are horses"

- Charlotte Perkins Gilman

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This quote by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a pointer of the value of ladies in society. She is highlighting the reality that women's labor in the house is vital for guys to be able to produce more wealth than they would otherwise be able to. Ladies are therefore an economic consider society, similar to horses. Gilman is emphasizing the importance of recognizing the value of females's labor and contributions to society, and how it is just as crucial as the labor of horses. She is likewise making the point that women should not be neglected or undervalued, which their labor ought to be respected and valued. This quote is a suggestion of the significance of recognizing the value of ladies's labor and contributions to society, and how it is simply as important as the labor of horses.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Charlotte Perkins Gilman between July 3, 1860 and August 17, 1935. He/she was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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