There is one thing, Emma, which a man can always do if he chooses, and that is his duty; not by manoeuvring and finessing, but by vigour and resolution. - Mr. Knightley

Now be sincere; did you admire me for my impertinence?" "For the liveliness of your mind, I did.

Know your own happiness. You want nothing but patience- or give it a more fascinating name, call it hope.

If I had ever learnt, I should have been a great proficient.

An egg boiled very soft is not unwholesome.

She will never submit to any thing requiring industry and patience, and a subjection of the fancy to the understanding.

She had nothing to wish otherwise, but that the days did not pass so swiftly. It was a delightful visit;-perfect, in being much too short.