Quote by Jane Austen
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in posse

It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife. – Jane Austen

Other quotes by Jane Austen

There is safety in reserve, but no attraction. One cannot love a reserved person. – Jane Austen

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Shyness
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Nothing is more deceitful than the appearance of humility. It is often only carelessness of opinion, and sometimes an indirect boast. – Jane Austen

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For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbors, and laugh at them in our turn? – Jane Austen

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I only have yes men around me. Who needs no men? – Mae West

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