... there is something revolting about the way girls' minds so often jump to marriage long before they jump to love. And most of those minds are shut to what marriage really means.
In "I Capture the Castle," Dodie Smith expresses a critical view of how young girls often preoccupy themselves with thoughts of marriage rather than genuine love. The author suggests that many girls fantasize about marriage without fully understanding its true significance and implications. This reflects a societal tendency to prioritize the idea of settling down over the emotional depth of romantic relationships.
Smith's observation highlights the disconnection between societal expectations and...
