No, no," cried Marianne, "misery such as mine has no…
““No, no," cried Marianne, "misery such as mine has no pride. I care not who knows that I am wretched. The triumph of seeing me so may be open to all the world. Elinor, Elinor, they who suffer little may be proud and independent as they like-may resist insult, or return mortification-but I cannot. I must feel-I must be wretched-and they are welcome to enjoy the consciousness of it that can.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Marianne feels that her deep misery is a source of authenticity and cannot be hidden, unlike those who hide suffering behind pride.
In simple terms: Marianne believes her suffering is genuine and unavoidable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace honesty about pain.
Themes
suffering
authenticity
pride
social expectation
Mood
melancholic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- literary analysis
- personal reflection
- mental health discussions
Key Concepts
existential honesty
self‑acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vulnerability affect relationships?
- When is it healthy to hide pain?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that overt suffering can alienate others.