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A Special Place in Hell

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Unrealistic Standards and the Concept of 'Big Romance'

This chapter explores the conversation around unrealistic standards and the concept of 'big romance', discussing various perspectives including Mary Harrington, Laurie Gottlieb, and the Princeton mom. It also delves into the historical reality of marriage and its impact on gender dynamics, highlighting the diversity of human desire and the difficulty of making rules or giving advice about marriage and partnership.

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