Yes and I had heard it before. But what is that to me? If…
““Yes and I had heard it before. But what is that to me? If there is no other objection to my marrying your nephew, I shall certainly not be kept from it by knowing that his mother and aunt wished him to marry Miss de Bourgh. You both did as much as you could in planning the marriage. Its completion depended on others. If Mr. Darcy is neither by honour or inclination confined to his cousin, why not is he to make another choice? And if I am that choice, why may not I accept him?””
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 challenges societal expectations to pursue personal choice over imposed duty.
In simple terms: Choosing love over convention can be risky but authentic.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize personal truth over external pressure.
Themes
love
individualism
social norms
Mood
conflicted
hopeful
Type
dramatic
romantic
When to use this quote
- family expectations
- romantic decisions
- social pressure
Key Concepts
marriage
agency
class expectations
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks do you face when defying expectations?
- Can love truly override duty?
A Different Perspective
Counterpoint: societal constraints can limit personal freedom.