Amusement Quote by Jane Austen
““When he was present she had no eyes for any one else. Every thing he did, was right. Every thing he said, was clever. If their evenings at the park were concluded with cards, he cheated himself and all the rest of the party to get her a good hand. If dancing formed the amusement of the night, they were partners for half the time; and when obliged to separate for a couple of dances, were careful to stand together and scarcely spoke a word to any body else. Such conduct made them of course most exceedingly laughed at; but ridicule could not shame, and seemed hardly to provoke them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, 1813
She is completely infatuated, ignoring everyone else, and their overt affection invites ridicule but does not deter them.
In simple terms: She is obsessed, and others mock them but they ignore it.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love despite social scorn.
Themes
infatuation
social ridicule
defiance
Mood
amused
defiant
Type
literary
romantic
When to use this quote
- courtship
- social gatherings
- public teasing
Key Concepts
obsession
public perception
self‑confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does public mockery affect personal relationships?
- Can true affection survive societal judgment?
A Different Perspective
Their behavior may lead to isolation or misinterpretation.
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