Quote by Jane Austen

Provided that nothing like useful knowledge could be gained from them, provided they were all story and no reflection, she had never any objection to books at all.

Provided that nothing like useful knowledge could be gained

Summary

This quote suggests that as long as books solely consist of stories and have no ability to offer useful knowledge or introspection, the speaker does not mind them. It implies that the speaker values books that provide intellectual enrichment and personal growth through reflection, rather than simply entertaining tales.

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By Jane Austen

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