But indeed I did not wish you a pleasant walk; I never…
““But indeed I did not wish you a pleasant walk; I never thought of such a thing; but I begged Mr. Thorpe so earnestly to stop; I called out to him as soon as ever I saw you; now, Mrs. Allen, did not—Oh! You were not there; but indeed I did; and, if Mr. Thorpe would only have stopped, I would have jumped out and run after you." Is there a Henry in the world who could be insensible to such a declaration? Henry Tilney at least was not.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A character expresses intense, almost frantic desire to pursue someone, highlighting impulsive passion and dramatic pleading.
In simple terms: A person urgently wants to chase after someone they love.
Key Takeaway
Act on strong feelings promptly.
Themes
passion
impulsiveness
courtship
drama
Mood
dramatic
romantic
anxious
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- ballroom encounters
- secret rendezvous
- unrequited love
- social expectations
Key Concepts
Romanticism
emotional intensity
social constraints
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever act on impulse without considering consequences?
- How does societal pressure shape romantic pursuits?
A Different Perspective
Such urgency can lead to reckless decisions and social scandal.