Quote by Jane Austen

Lady Jane Gray, who tho' inferior to her lovely Cousin the Queen of Scots, was yet an amiable young woman

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This quote compares Lady Jane Gray to her cousin, the Queen of Scots, stating that while she may not be as impressive as her cousin, she possessed likable qualities and was a pleasant young woman. The quote acknowledges that Lady Jane Gray may not have been as remarkable as the Queen of Scots, but it still recognizes her positive attributes and characterizes her in a favorable light.

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