Jane Austen quotes reflect wit, emotional insight, and a keen understanding of human relationships.
Her words explore love, character, society, and personal growth with quiet intelligence and lasting relevance. This collection brings together her timeless reflections, curated to inspire thoughtful reading, gentle reflection, and a deeper appreciation of everyday life.
“There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart.”- Jane Austen
“If adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village, she must seek them abroad.” -Jane Austen
“It isn’t what we say or think that defines us, but what we do.” – Jane Austen
“It is very often nothing but our own vanity that deceives us.”-Jane Austen
“There is nothing i would do for those who are really my friends. I have no notion of loving people by halves; It is not my nature” – Jane Austen
“Silly things do cease to be silly if they are done by sensible people in an impudent way.” – Jane Austen
“It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.” – Jane Austen
“Vanity and pride are different things, though the words are often used synonymously.” – Jane Austen
“There are few people whom I really love, and still fewer of whom I think well.
The more I see of the world, the more am I dissatisfied with it;
and every day confirms my belief of the inconsistency of all human characters,
and of the little dependence that can be placed on the appearance of merit or sense.” -Jane Austen
“I do not want people to be very agreeable, as it saves me the trouble of liking them a great deal.” – Jane Austen
“If I loved you less, I might be able to talk about it more.” – Jane Austen
