Eldest daughter Quote by Jane Austen
““Mrs. Dashwood remained at Norland several months; not from any disinclination to move when the sight of every well known spot ceased to raise the violent emotion which it produced for a while; for when her spirits began to revive, and her mind became capable of some other exertion than that of heightening its affliction by melancholy remembrances, she was impatient to be gone, and indefatigable in her inquiries for a suitable dwelling in the neighbourhood of Norland; for to remove far from that beloved spot was impossible. But she could hear of no situation that at once answered her notions of comfort and ease, and suited the prudence of her eldest daughter, whose steadier judgment rejected several houses as too large for their income, which her mother would have approved.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen, 1811
Mrs. Dashwood seeks a new home that balances comfort, financial prudence, and her daughters' needs, reflecting the tension between emotional attachment and practical constraints.
In simple terms: She wants a home that feels right but fits the budget and her daughters' advice.
Key Takeaway
Find a living situation that satisfies both heart and mind.
Themes
family
home
financial prudence
emotional conflict
Mood
thoughtful
determined
Type
advice
reflective
When to use this quote
- searching for a house
- budget planning
- family discussions
- balancing desire and practicality
Key Concepts
social expectations
economic reality
maternal duty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance emotional ties with practical needs?
- What compromises are acceptable in family decisions?
A Different Perspective
Compromising may limit ideal comfort; ideal homes may be unattainable.
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