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The speaker argues that girls are harmed when they are taught to prioritize men’s insecurities and comfort over their own independence. The quote criticizes a social expectation that places emotional burden on girls while excusing male fragility.
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Originally said in English.
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About Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Nigerian writer
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a Nigerian writer known for fiction, nonfiction, and lectures. She is a leading voice in postcolonial feminist literature. Her work crosses genres, but remains closely associated with questions of gender, power, identity, and the legacies of colonial history. She has become widely recognised for writing that speaks to those themes with clarity and force.
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Books by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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