Quote by Jane Austen

She felt the loss of Willoughby's character yet more heavily than she had felt the loss of his heart.

She felt the loss of Willoughby's character yet more heavily

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker, presumably a woman, not only mourns the loss of Willoughby as a romantic partner but also laments the loss of his positive attributes and character traits. They emphasize that the impact of losing his virtues and wholesome nature weighs more heavily on the speaker than the loss of his affectionate feelings. This implies that the speaker values the character and integrity of Willoughby more than the emotional connection they had with him.

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Love Heartbreak Heartache

By Jane Austen

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