The Grand Sophy Quotes

“Not for nothing had his lordship endured the world for 10 more years than his youthful rival. Mr Fawnhope’s handsome face and engaging smile might dazzle the female eye, but Mr. Fawnhope had not yet learnt the art of conveying to a lady the gratifying impression that he considered her a fragile creature, to be cherished, and in every way considered. Lord Charlbury might be constitutionally incapable of addressing her as Nymph, or of comparing bluebells unfavourably with her eyes, but Lord Charlbury would infallibly provide a cloak for her if the weather were inclement, lift her over obstacles she could well climb without assistance, and in every way convince her that in his eyes she was a precious being whom it was impossible to guard too carefully.”
― Georgette Heyer, The Grand Sophy