The art of taking a wife by Paolo Mantegazza

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Author Mantegazza, Paolo, 1831-1910
Title The art of taking a wife
Note Reading ease score: 62.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Art of Taking a Wife" by Paolo Mantegazza is a reflective treatise concerning marriage, composed in the late 19th century. The work examines the complex institution of marriage, exploring themes of love, compatibility, and the societal pressures that accompany the decision to marry. The author shares insights aimed at guiding individuals toward making informed and thoughtful choices about their partners. At the start of the text, the author introduces the idea of marriage as one of the fundamental decisions in life, laden with both challenges and possible joys. He contemplates the conflicts and contradictions inherent in relationships, setting the stage for a discourse on the nature of love and the dynamics of marital contracts. Mantegazza asserts that the journey to finding a suitable partner is fraught with temptations and societal norms that often conflict with genuine affection. His perspective is earnest and, at times, cautionary as he addresses the timeless dilemma of choosing a spouse wisely amidst societal expectations and personal aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender
Subject Marriage
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