Quote by Jane Austen

Elizabeth, agitated and confused, rather that she was happy, than herself to be so

Elizabeth, agitated and confused, rather that she was happy,

Summary

This quote implies that Elizabeth is experiencing a contradictory emotional state. Despite feeling agitated and confused, she acknowledges that she should be happy. It suggests that Elizabeth might be trying to convince herself of her expected emotional response rather than genuinely experiencing it. This quote reflects the inner conflict Elizabeth is facing, highlighting the complexity of her emotions and the discrepancy between societal expectations and her true feelings.

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