Quote by Jane Austen

Esteem him! Like him! Cold-hearted Elinor! Oh! worse than cold-hearted! Ashamed of being otherwise. Use those words again, and I will leave the room this moment.

Esteem him! Like him! Cold-hearted Elinor! Oh! worse than co

Summary

In this quote from the novel "Sense and Sensibility" by Jane Austen, the protagonist Elinor expresses her disapproval of being praised or liked by others. She accuses someone of being cold-hearted and ashamed of expressing emotions. This quote highlights Elinor's reserved and restrained nature, showing her aversion to being seen as emotionally vulnerable or dependent on the admiration of others. Elinor values her own self-control and independence, refusing to tolerate praise or affection that she perceives as insincere or forced.

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By Jane Austen

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