I had a very pleasant evening, however, though you will probably find out that there was no particular reason for it; but I do not think it worthwhile to wait for enjoyment until there is some real opportunity for it.

Of this she was perfectly unaware; to her he was only the man who had made himself agreeable nowhere, and who had not thought her handsome enough to dance with.

They gave themselves up wholly to their sorrow, seeking increase of wretchedness in every reflection that could afford it, and resolved against ever admitting consolation in future.

Is not poetry the food of love?

If there is any thing disagreeable going on, men are always sure to get out of it.

A woman of seven and twenty, said Marianne, after pausing a moment, can never hope to feel or inspire affection again.

Trusting that you will some time or other do me greater justice than you can do now.