“Dr. Fordyce says books of history and philosophy are more useful for a female mind. They enhance our understanding, whilst novels only arouse our passions.” “I cannot see why a woman of sense shouldn’t enjoy both. I should consider it an insult to be denied the pleasures afforded me by Miss Burney because it might make me less receptive to those of Mr. Hume. Dr. Fordyce, however, I leave to you. I shall not compete for his company.” Mr. Bennet, who had been watching the conversation with interest, laughed out loud at this. “Well said, Lizzy! Well said, indeed! And you are quite right about
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