Quote by Jane Austen

I could not sit seriously down to write a serious Romance under any other motive than to save my life

I could not sit seriously down to write a serious Romance un

Summary

In this quote, the author emphasizes the essential nature of writing a serious Romance due to the dire circumstances they find themselves in. They express that writing is a necessary means of survival, implying that their life is at stake and they are compelled to engage in this creative pursuit as a means of escape or finding solace. The quote likely reflects the profound significance of writing and its role as a form of personal catharsis or expression in the author's life.

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Writing Be True To Yourself

By Jane Austen

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