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Quotes by Marya Mannes
Marya Mannes (1904-1990) was a pioneering American author, journalist, and social critic whose work delved into the complexities of modern life, especially the roles of women in society. Raised in a prominent New York family, Mannes was influenced by the cultural currents of her time, which shaped her keen observations and incisive commentary. Best known for her books like "The Way of the World" and "The Vagabond's Way," her legacy lies in her ability to blend literary artistry with sharp societal critique, paving the way for future generations of writers.
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"It is not enough to show people how to live better: there is a mandate for any group with enormous powers of communication to show people how to be better."
Marya Mannes"The curse of the romantic is a greed for dreams, an intensity of expectation that, in the end, diminishes the reality."
Marya Mannes"The sign of an intelligent people is their ability to control their emotions by the application of reason."
Marya Mannes"In our society those who are in reality superior in intelligence can be accepted by their fellows only if they pretend they are not."
Marya Mannes"If American men are obsessed with money, American women are obsessed with weight. The men talk of gain, the women talk of loss, and I do not know which talk is the more boring."
Marya Mannes