It is wonderful, for almost all his actions may be traced to pride;-an…

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It is wonderful, for almost all his actions may be traced to pride;-and pride has often been his best friend. ✨ Jane Austen (2006). The Complete Novels: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition), p.319, Penguin
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It is wonderful, for almost all his actions may be traced to pride;-and pride has often been his best friend. ✨ Jane Austen (2006). The Complete Novels: (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition), p.319, Penguin

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