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“A man always imagines a woman to be ready for anybody who asks her.”

Work

Emma: A Novel. In Three Volumes is a seminal work by Jane Austen, showcasing her exceptional skill in crafting intricate narratives and vividly portraying the social dynamics of her time. The novel revolves around the protagonist, Emma Woodhouse, a lively and somewhat prideful young woman who takes it upon herself to arrange marriages for those around her. Her matchmaking endeavors are often marked by misunderstandings and missteps, reflecting the complexities of human relationships and societal norms of the era. 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

“I do not like a high-organized church. I think that as soon as the congregation reaches a level of one hundred or so people, it is time to build a new church. As soon as the congregation gets to the point where you are not on fairly intimate terms with every other person in that church, then you have become a theater where people can attend services. I do not think you can attend a church service. Service is not something which is there to be viewed as if it were a play or a movie.”

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Author:Charles M. Schulz

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Author:Charles M. Schulz

“Any work of art that can be understood is the product of journalism. The rest, called literature, is a dossier of human imbecility for the guidance of future professors.”

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Author:Tristan Tzara