The title for this story comes from the Dutch philosopher Spinoza, who gave Part IV of his work Ethics the title Of Human Bondage, or the Strength of the Emotions. Spinoza makes the point that humans...
He shook his fist at her. He was the mildest of creatures and ventured upon no action of his life without consulting her. No, Helene, I tell you this, he shouted. I would sooner my daughters were lyin...