She had been forced into prudence in her youth, she learned romance as she grew older: the natural sequel of an unnatural beginning.

How little of permanent happiness could belong to a couple who were only brought together because their passions were stronger than their virtue.

A single woman, of good fortune, is always respectable, and may be as sensible and pleasant as any body else.

Next to being married, a girl likes to be crossed in love a little now and then. It is something to think of, and gives her a sort of distinction among her companions

A mother would have been always present. A mother would have been a constant friend; her influence would have been beyond all other.

Where the heart is really attached, I know very well how little one can be pleased with the attention of any body else.

Facts or opinions which are to pass through the hands of so many, to be misconceived by folly in one, and ignorance in another, can hardly have much truth left.