Nancy Mitford Quotes

A collection of quotes by Nancy Mitford.

Nancy Mitford (1904-1973) was a British novelist and biographer. Known for her witty and satirical writing style, she was a prominent figure in the literary circle of the English upper class. Mitford's most famous works include "The Pursuit of Love" and "Love in a Cold Climate", which drew inspiration from her own aristocratic upbringing. Alongside her writing career, she was a member of the notorious Mitford family, who were known for their high-profile connections and political affiliations. Mitford's unique blend of humor and social commentary continues to captivate readers to this day.

... it is quite funny really when you think that probably I

... it is quite funny really when you think that probably I would have married him if he'd been at all clever about it. But instead of putting it to me as a sensible business proposition he would drag in all this talk about love the whole time, and I simply can't bear those showerings of sentimentality. Otherwise I should most likely have married him ages ago.

If I had a girl I should say to her, 'Marry for love if you

If I had a girl I should say to her, 'Marry for love if you can, it won't last, but it is a very interesting experience and makes a good beginning in life. Later on, when you marry for money, for heaven's sake let it be big money. There are no other possible reasons for marrying at all.

An aristocracy in a republic is like a chicken whose head ha

An aristocracy in a republic is like a chicken whose head has been cut off: it may run about in a lively way, but in fact it is dead.