Marriage is the operation by which a woman's vanity and a man's egotism are extracted without an anaesthetic

Marriage is the operation by which a woman's vanity and a man's egotism are extracted without an anaesthetic

Helen Rowland, a popular American writer and humorist in the early 20th century, was known for her witty and often satirical observations on relationships, love, and marriage. One of her most famous quotes, "Marriage is the operation by which a woman's vanity and a man's egotism are extracted without an anaesthetic," perfectly encapsulates her sharp and insightful commentary on the dynamics of marriage.