I pay very little regard...to what any young person says on the subject of marriage. If they profess a disinclination for it, I only set it down that they have not yet seen the right person.
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My idea of good company is the company of clever, well-informed people who have a great deal of conversation; that is what I call good company.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Good company is defined by engaging conversations with intelligent and informed individuals.
Jane Austen highlights the importance of meaningful interactions in relationships, emphasizing that quality conversations with knowledgeable people enrich our lives. She suggests that the essence of good company lies in intellectual stimulation and the sharing of ideas.
Themes
CompanyConversationIntelligenceFriendshipRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of meaningful relationships, one could reference this quote to illustrate the value of engaging conversations.
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