Quote by Jane Austen

Without thinking highly either of men or of matrimony, marriage had always been her object; it was the only honourable provision for well-educated young women of small fortune, and however uncertain of giving happiness, must be their pleasantest preservative from want.

Without thinking highly either of men or of matrimony, marri

Summary

This quote resonates with the character's pragmatic approach towards marriage. She neither idealizes men nor romanticizes the institution of matrimony, but recognizes marriage as a practical choice for well-educated but financially limited young women like herself. Despite acknowledging the uncertainty of finding happiness in marriage, she sees it as the most desirable means of ensuring a life free from poverty. Overall, the quote reflects her sensible and realistic perspective on the benefits and limitations of marriage as a social and economic safety net.

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By Jane Austen

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