Counted Eighty Quote by Jane Austen
““He frequently observed, as he walked out, that one handsome face would be followed by thirty, or five-and-thirty frights; and once, as he stood in a shop in Bond Street, he had counted eighty-seven women go by, one after another, without there being a tolerable face among them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “Emma”, 1815
Society’s superficial focus on appearance leads to endless frightful encounters; true beauty is rare amidst crowds.
In simple terms: Beauty is scarce amid superficiality.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper qualities.
Themes
society
beauty
superficiality
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- dating
- fashion events
Key Concepts
social critique
human perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true beauty?
- How can we look beyond appearance?
A Different Perspective
Beauty standards are culturally constructed.
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