What dreadful hot weather we have! It keeps me in a continual state of inelegance. – Jane Austen
Nothing is more deceitful than the appearance of humility. It is often only carelessness of opinion, and sometimes an indirect boast. – Jane Austen
Why not seize the pleasure at once, how often is happiness destroyed by preparation, foolish preparations. – Jane Austen
Human nature is so well disposed towards those who are in interesting situations, that a young person, who either marries or dies, is sure of being kindly spoken of. – Jane Austen