Austen

Famous quotes containing the word austen:

    For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbours, and laugh at them in our turn?
    —Jane Austen (1775–1817)

    What did she say?—Just what she ought, of course. A lady always does.—She said enough to show there need not be despair—and to invite him to say more himself.
    —Jane Austen (1775–1817)

    Young ladies are delicate plants. They should take care of their health and their com plexion.
    —Jane Austen (1775–1817)