I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth...

Who said "I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth... "?

"I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth... " is one of a famous quotes by Maria Mitchell. Complete quote is as follows;
"I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth Cave without a gentleman escort, but if two ladies travel alone they must have the courage of men."

What is "I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth... "?

"I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth Cave without a gentleman escort, but if two ladies travel alone they must have the courage of men." This is a quote by Maria Mitchell which is about Alone, Courage & Travel. He is known to have been associated with numerous other thought provoking quotes on these topics like;

• What is the worst of woes that wait on age? What stamps the wrinkle deeper on the brow? To view each loved one blotted from life's page, And be alone on earth, as I am now.
• It is a blessed thing that in every age some one has had the individuality enough and courage enough to stand by his own convictions.
• One travels more usefully when alone, because he reflects more.

What does "I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth... " mean?

This quote is primarily about Travel although it also includes other themes like Alone, Courage & Travel. It is attributed to Maria Mitchell. Complete quote is as follows;
"I was a little doubtful about the propriety of going to the Mammoth Cave without a gentleman escort, but if two ladies travel alone they must have the courage of men."