Monologue

Ann Monologue from Man and Superman: A Comedy and a Philosophy

From Man and Superman: A Comedy and a Philosophy by Bernard Shaw

female · philosophical · 41 sec

Yes: it seems quite simple. But I doubt if we ever know why we do things. The only really simple thing is to go straight for what you want and grab it. I suppose I don't love you, Tavy; but sometimes I feel as if I should like to make a man of you somehow. You are very foolish about women. (OCTAVIUS: I am content to be what I am in that respect.) Then you must keep away from them, and only dream about them. I wouldn't marry you for worlds, Tavy.

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