I don't know, ' he said irritably. 'Is it meant to improve you?' She swiveled toward him, eyes wide with shock.' Because nothing could, ' he added. Her mouth dropped in astonishment. Blotchy scarlet rushed her complexion. One would have thought he'd shot her. Oh dear God! He realized belatedly how wrong it had sounded.' No! God.. that is to say. nothing is necessary to improve you. Nothing could possibly make you better.. than you already are. . Julie Anne Long
About This Quote

This quote comes from the famous novel "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen. The quote is a short conversation between Elizabeth and Mr Darcy. Mr Darcy's comment to Elizabeth about her education is insightful and shows that he understands that learning can never make a person perfect, but it can improve them. This quote is a reminder to the reader that we should always be proud of our achievements and never compare ourselves to others, especially people who are more successful than us.

Source: How The Marquess Was Won

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