But to live in ignorance on such a point was impossible.

Every impulse of feeling should be guided by reason; and, in my opinion, exertion should always be in proportion to what is required.

…but then I am unlike other people I dare say.

One cannot know what a man really is by the end of a fortnight.

I always deserve the best treatment because I never put up with any other.

Mr. Bennet, how can you abuse your own children in such a way? You take delight in vexing me. You have no compassion for my poor nerves." "You mistake me, my dear. I have a high respect for your nerves. They are my old friends. I have heard you mention them with consideration these last twenty years at least.

I will only add, God bless you.