Christina Stead (17 July 1902 – 31 March 1983) was an Australian novelist and short-story writer acclaimed for her satirical wit and penetrating psychological characterisations. She was born in Rockdale, New South Wales, and died in Sydney.
Famous quotes by christina stead:
“Men never believe a woman can do anything.”
—Christina Stead (1902–1983)
“It is most oppressive to be an aunt.”
—Christina Stead (1902–1983)
“Why is it every careerist tries to turn his mother into a Madonna—to prove his intellect is a virgin birth, papa had nothing to do with it? It’s the sign of the misogynist.”
—Christina Stead (1902–1983)
“Radicalism is the opium of the middle class.”
—Christina Stead (1902–1983)
“Strange is the influence of Marx on character.”
—Christina Stead (1902–1983)