Quote by Jane Austen
Upon my word, sir, your hope is a rather extraordinary one after my declaration. I do assure you that I am not one of those young ladies (if such young ladies there are) who are so daring as to risk their happiness on the chance of being asked a second time. I am perfectly serious in my refusal. You could not make ME happy, and I am convinced that I am the last woman in the world who could make you so. Nay, were your friend Lady Catherine to know me, I am persuaded she would find me in every respect ill qualified for the situation.
Summary
In this quote from "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen, the speaker, Elizabeth Bennet, firmly rejects a marriage proposal. She asserts that she is not like those who are eager for a second opportunity and believes that she would not be able to make the proposer happy. Additionally, she doubts whether she could meet the standards of the proposer's influential acquaintance, Lady Catherine. Through this quote, Elizabeth expresses her genuine refusal and self-awareness, showing her strength of character and independence.
By Jane Austen
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