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Susan Edmonstone Ferrier, born on September 7, 1782, and died on November 5, 1854, was a renowned Scottish novelist. Her works are known for their delicate psychological portrayals and profound insights into social issues.

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Famous Susan Edmonstone Ferrier Quotes

“I'll suffer no daughter of mine to play the fool with her heart, indeed! She shall marry for the purpose for which matrimony was ordained amongst people of birth--that is, for the aggrandisement of her family, the extending of their political influence--for becoming, in short, the depository of their mutual interest. These are the only purposes for which persons of rank ever think of marriage.”

Source: Marriage [by S.E. Ferrier]. Edinb. ed

“... what will not the heart endure ere it will voluntarily surrender the hoarded treasure of its love to the cold dictates of reason or the stern voice of duty!”

Heart Reason Voice Duty Cold Endure Surrender Treasure

Book:The inheritance, by the author of Marriage. By the author of 'Marriage'. Revised by the author

Source: The inheritance, by the author of Marriage. By the author of 'Marriage'. Revised by the author

“But who can count the beatings of the lonely heart?”

Heart Lonely Lonely Heart

Book:The inheritance, by the author of Marriage. By the author of 'Marriage'. Revised by the author

Source: The inheritance, by the author of Marriage. By the author of 'Marriage'. Revised by the author

About the Author

Born: September 7, 1782
Died: November 5, 1854
Known for: Novelist
Quotes: 14

Books & Sources

The inheritance, by the author of Marriage. By the author of 'Marriage'. Revised by the authorRelated source material

MarriageRelated source material

Marriage [by S.E. Ferrier].Related source material

Marriage [by S.E. Ferrier]. Edinb. edRelated source material

The inheritance, by the author of MarriageRelated source material

The inheritance, by the author of Marriage. Edinburgh edRelated source material

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