Quote by Jane Austen

Let other pens dwell on guilt and misery.

Let other pens dwell on guilt and misery.

Summary

This quote encourages writers to choose different topics and themes to explore in their writing, apart from guilt and misery. It suggests that there is a need for diversity and a wider range of ideas in literature, rather than solely focusing on negative aspects such as guilt and misery. The quote acknowledges that there are already many works that tackle such emotions, and perhaps it is time for writers to explore other subjects and offer new perspectives to create a more balanced and varied literary landscape.

Topics

Optimism

By Jane Austen

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