The Portrait of a Lady Women and Femininity Quotes Page 1
Citations follow this format: (Chapter.Paragraph)
| Quote #1 "The ladies will save us," said the old man; "that is the best of them will – for I make a difference between them. Make up to a good one and marry her, and your life will become much more interesting." (1.11) |
Mr. Touchett puts a lot of stock in the ability of women to improve society – at least, the so-called "good" ones.
| Quote #2 Lord Warburton was left standing with Ralph Touchett, to whom in a moment he said: "you wished a while ago to see my idea of an interesting woman. There it is!" (2.20) |
Isabel’s originality and fascinating qualities are instantly appreciated by all three men; there’s something about her that really catches the eye.
| Quote #3 "You apparently have a great passion for knowledge," her cousin returned. |
Ralph and Isabel both seem to acknowledge the fact that Isabel is a superior creature, and is head and shoulders above most other girls.
