Luck Quote by Jane Austen
““And have you never known the pleasure and triumph of a lucky guess?—I pity you.—I thought you cleverer—for, depend upon it a lucky guess is never merely luck. There is always some talent in it. And as to my poor word 'success,' which you quarrel with, I do not know that I am so entirely without any claim to it. You have drawn two pretty pictures; but I think there may be a third—a something between the do-nothing and the do-all.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice, 1813
Lucky guesses involve skill, not mere chance; success blends talent and effort.
In simple terms: Lucky guesses are partly skillful.
Key Takeaway
Recognize talent behind serendipity.
Themes
fortune
skill
success
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- scientific research
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Probability
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate luck from skill?
- What role does preparation play in serendipity?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on luck can ignore hard work.
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