Quote by Jane Austen

A woman, especially, if she have the misfortune of knowing anything, should conceal it as well as she can.

A woman, especially, if she have the misfortune of knowing a

Summary

This quote suggests that women who possess knowledge should keep it hidden or disguised. It implies that it is unfortunate for a woman to be knowledgeable and that she should actively avoid exposing her intelligence. The quote reflects the societal expectation that women should not openly display their intellectual abilities, implying that it is better for them to appear less intelligent in order to conform to traditional gender roles and expectations.

By Jane Austen

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