A man can live without his money as merrily as a tortoise without it's head, or a wasp without it's body

A man can live without his money as merrily as a tortoise without it's head, or a wasp without it's body

Anne Bronte, the youngest of the Bronte sisters, was known for her insightful and often critical views on society and human nature. In her novel, "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall," she explores themes of love, marriage, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. The quote, “A man can live without his money as merrily as a tortoise without its head, or a wasp without its body,” encapsulates Bronte’s belief that true happiness and fulfillment cannot be found in material possessions.