Haven't you ever heard that modesty is an attractive trait?"" Only from ugly people, " Jace confided. "The meek may inherit the earth, but at the moment it belongs to the conceited. Like me." He winked at the girls, who giggled and hid behind their hair.

Cassandra Clare
About This Quote

Emily Bronte is known for her classic novel "Wuthering Heights" which was published in 1847. This quote is widely quoted because it provides us with an insight into the person of Catherine Earnshaw, who is the tragic heroine of the novel. The quote offers some insight into her character and personality. She possesses a lot of pride and arrogance.

She believes that she is superior to everyone else and that there is no better place on earth than for her to be the only one standing there. Her insecurity about her looks led her to wear "hideous dresses" which sparked envy in Miss Temple.

Source: City Of Bones

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