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“Aye, so it is," cried her mother, "and Mrs. Long does not come back till the day before; so it will be impossible for her to introduce him, for she will not know him herself.” quote by Jane Austen
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““Aye, so it is," cried her mother, "and Mrs. Long does not come back till the day before; so it will be impossible for her to introduce him, for she will not know him herself.””

Jane Austen

About This Quote

Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, 1813

A mother’s lack of knowledge about a suitor makes introductions impossible, highlighting social constraints.

In simple terms: Ignorance blocks introductions.

Key Takeaway

Seek information before judgments.

Themes

social etiquette family expectations marriage communication

Mood

witty critical

Type

literary social

When to use this quote

  • courtship negotiations
  • family gatherings
  • social networking
  • arranged marriages

Key Concepts

social dynamics literature gender roles

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does limited knowledge affect relationships?
  • What steps can overcome social barriers?
A Different Perspective

Assumptions can be misleading.

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