Quote by Jane Austen

-Stupid men are the only ones worth knowing, after all.-Take care, Lizzy; that speech savours strongly of disappointment.

-Stupid men are the only ones worth knowing, after all.-Take

Summary

In this quote, it is implied that the speaker believes that stupid men are the only ones worth getting to know. However, someone named Lizzy responds by advising caution, suggesting that the speaker's words may stem from disappointment. Lizzy's caution suggests that the speaker's perspective on stupid men may be biased or colored by negative experiences, leading Lizzy to warn against making sweeping generalizations. The quote highlights the importance of recognizing and questioning one's biases before making judgments about others.

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Jane Austen

By Jane Austen

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