That will do extremely well, child. You have delighted us l… - Jane Austen

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That will do extremely well, child. You have delighted us long enough. Let the other young ladies have time to exhibit.

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Jane Austen (December 16 1775 – July 18 1817) was an English novelist who recorded the domestic manners of the landed gentry. She is known for her classically understated style and sly, ironic humour.

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That will do extremely well, child. You have delighted us long enough. Let the other young ladies have time to exhibit. - Jane Austen

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