Coat of arms Quote by Nancy Mitford
“The English lord marries for love, and is rather inclined to love where money is; he rarely marries in order to improve his coat of arms.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Love in a Cold Climate by Nancy Mitford, 1949
The quote humorously critiques aristocratic marriage motives, noting love and money often drive unions rather than status enhancement
In simple terms: Aristocrats marry for love or money, not prestige
Key Takeaway
Recognize genuine motives in relationships
Themes
satire
class
marriage
Mood
witty
observational
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- high society events
- family negotiations
- wealth discussions
Key Concepts
Social commentary
irony
Questions to Reflect On
- Do financial motives outweigh affection?
- What defines a successful marriage?
A Different Perspective
It may generalize all nobles and ignore sincere love
