James Austen

Famous quotes containing the words james and/or austen:

    She was a woman who, between courses, could be graceful with her elbows on the table.
    —Henry James (1843–1916)

    There is scarcely a young lady in the united kingdoms, who would not rather put up with the misfortune of being sought by a clever, agreeable man, than have him driven away by the vulgarity of her nearest relations.
    —Jane Austen (1775–1817)