Quote by Jane Austen

It's a truth universally acknowledged...

It's a truth universally acknowledged...

Summary

This quote is the opening line from Jane Austen's novel Pride and Prejudice. It signifies the widely accepted understanding that follows, suggesting that certain beliefs or ideas are held to be true by everyone. The quote sets the tone for the novel, emphasizing themes of societal expectations, the role of money, and the constraints faced by women in Austen's era. It also hints at the satire and irony that are prevalent throughout the story, as Austen challenges and subverts these acknowledged truths.

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