Quote by Michelle Cooper
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife,' I said, sighing.'Is it?' said Veronica, looking surprised. 'Universally acknowledged? Surely that presupposes life similar to human societies beyond this planet, and besides--''No, no, it's a quote from ... Never mind,' I said.
Summary
In this quote, the speaker acknowledges a well-known saying that a wealthy single man is naturally inclined to seek a wife. However, Veronica questions the universality of this belief, suggesting that it assumes the existence of human-like societies elsewhere and has certain societal implications. The speaker, reluctant to engage in further discussion, dismisses Veronica's inquiries, implying that the quote holds little significance in their current conversation.
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