Quote by Jane Austen

Alas! with all her reasoning, she found, that to retentive feelings eight years may be little more than nothing.

Alas! with all her reasoning, she found, that to retentive f

Summary

This quote highlights the realization that despite one's logical thinking and attempts to move on, emotional attachments can hold power long after a significant period of time. It suggests that despite the passage of eight years, the depth of feelings and memories may still remain strong, emphasizing the lasting impact of emotions on an individual's experience and attachment to someone or something.

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Time Feelings First Love Reasoning

By Jane Austen

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