It is fatal to be a man or woman pure and simple; one must b... - Edna St. Vincent Millay

This quote is attributed to Edna St. Vincent Millay.

"It is fatal to be a man or woman pure and simple; one must be woman-manly or man-womanly."

Edna St. Vincent Millay Philosophy

Poet American 1892–1950

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"The world breaks everyone, and afterward, many are strong at the broken places."

"I've seen the worst humanity has to offer."

"Sometimes I wonder if the world is worth saving."

"Every choice shapes our destiny."

"Order is the foundation of a good life."