Dark eyes Quote by Jane Austen
““Mr. Darcy had at first scarcely allowed her to be pretty; he had looked at her without admiration at the ball; and when they next met, he looked at her only to criticise. But no sooner had he made it clear to himself and his friends that she hardly had a good feature in her face, than he began to find it was rendered uncommonly intelligent by the beautiful expression of her dark eyes. To this discovery succeeded some others equally mortifying.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice, 1813
Mr. Darcy initially undervalues Elizabeth’s beauty, then discovers her intelligence through her eyes, leading to deeper appreciation.
In simple terms: First impressions can change as deeper qualities are seen.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond surface appearances.
Themes
perception
growth
relationships
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
character‑analysis
When to use this quote
- first meetings
- courtship
- personal development
- self-reflection
Key Concepts
social class
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities truly define a person?
- How can we avoid snap judgments?
A Different Perspective
His shift may be seen as superficial, risking objectification.
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