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“Because he wanted nothing from her; this was a generous, expansive feeling, unattached to the possibility of gratification; it was the simple happiness that came from knowing that one particular person was alive in the world”

Quote by Jo Baker

Book:Longbourn
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Longbourn

Jane Austen's classic novel explores themes of social class, marriage, and the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society through the eyes of the servants at Longbourn estate. more

Author

Jo Baker
Jo Baker

Jo Baker, born in 1973 in the United Kingdom, is a talented writer known for her delicate writing style and profound character portrayal. Her works cover a wide range of fields, including history, literature, and contemporary society. more

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