“A man would always wish to give a woman a better home than the one he takes her from; and he who can do it, where there is no doubt of her regard, must, I think, be the happiest of mortals.”
Book:Emma: A Novel
Quote by Jane Austen
Work
Emma: A Novel
Emma Woodhouse, a young woman of independent means, becomes the central figure in this story. She is known for her matchmaking endeavors and her sometimes misguided judgments about the people around her. The novel explores themes of social class, romance, and the complexities of human relationships. more
Author
Jane Austen
Jane Austen, born on December 16, 1775, and died on July 18, 1817, was a renowned English novelist of the 19th century. Known for her exquisite psychological portrayals and satirical humor, Austen's works mainly revolve around rural life in England, depicting the customs and interpersonal relationships of the time. Her representative works include 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'Sense and Sensibility'. more
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