Quote by Jane Austen

One has not great hopes from Birmingham. I always say there is something direful in the sound...

One has not great hopes from Birmingham. I always say there

Summary

This quote expresses a negative sentiment towards Birmingham, implying that it is not a place with high expectations or prospects. The phrase "direful in the sound" suggests that there is something unsettling or ominous associated with the city. It conveys a skepticism or lack of optimism about what Birmingham has to offer.

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