“I am not romantic, you know; I never was.”

“...the more I know of the world, the more I am convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love.”

“Mama, the more I know of the world, the more I am convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love.”

“Ms. Bennett, do you know who I am? I am not accustomed to being spoken to in such a manner.”

“The more I know of the world, the more I am convinced that I shall never see a man whom I can really love. I require so much!”

“There is no reason in the world why you should not be important where you are known. You have good sense, and a sweet temper, and I am sure you have a grateful heart, that could never receive kindness without hoping to return it. I do not know any better qualifications for a friend and companion.”

“Alas! (exclaimed I) how am I to avoid those evils I shall never be exposed to?”