At school boys become gluttons and slovens, and, instead of cultivating domestic affections, very early rush into the libertinism which destroys the constitution before it is formed; hardening the heart as it weakens the understanding.
Mary WollstonecraftI do earnestly wish to see the distinction of sex confounded in society, unless where love animates the behaviour.
Mary WollstonecraftI think I love most people best when they are in adversity; for pity is one of my prevailing passions.
Mary WollstonecraftWomen have seldom sufficient employment to silence their feelings; a round of little cares, or vain pursuits frittering away all strength of mind and organs, they become naturally only objects of sense.
Mary Wollstonecraft