She knew that when she played she was giving pleasure only to herself; but this was no new sensation

A novel must show how the world truly is. Somehow, reveals the true source of our actions.

Mr. Knightley seemed to be trying not to smile; and succeeded without difficulty, upon Mrs. Elton's beginning to talk to him.

If any young men come for Mary or Kitty, send them in, for I am quite as leisure.

At first sight, his address is certainly not striking; and his person can hardly be called handsome, till the expression of his eyes, which are uncommonly good, and the general sweetness of his countenance, is perceived.

It was, perhaps, one of those cases in which advice is good or bad only as the event decides.

Marry me. Marry me, my wonderful, darling friend.