Quote by Jane Austen

I am fond of history and am very well contented to take the false with the true. In the principal facts they have sources of intelligence in former histories and records, which may be as much depended on, I conclude, as anything that does not actually pass under ones own observation; and as for the little embellishments you speak of, they are embellishments, and I like them as such.

I am fond of history and am very well contented to take the

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their love for history and their acceptance of its mix of truth and fiction. They argue that although some details may be embellished, the principal facts can be trusted just as much as firsthand experiences. The speaker values the sources of information from previous histories and records, considering them reliable. They appreciate the embellishments in storytelling, seeing them as enhancements that make history more engaging and enjoyable.

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