What sir would the people
â
What sir,
would the people of the earth be without woman?
They would be scarce, sir,
almighty scarce.
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Meaning
This quote means women are essential to human existence itself. It wraps dependence and admiration in comic form.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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