Quotation by

Havelock Ellis

The average husband enjoys the total effect of his home but is usually unable to contribute any of the details of work and organisation that make it enjoyable.

Havelock Ellis

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Havelock Ellis is saying that husbands often appreciate the comfort and atmosphere of their home without being involved in the daily tasks and planning that create that environment. He points out that while they benefit from the home's overall feel, they rarely take part in the detailed work needed to maintain it.

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