The American Pride Quotes

"Oh, it shall be finished in perfection—in the perfection of perfections!" (1.12)

Noemie's oddly proud of her accomplishments, even though she basically admits to being a hack.

"I suppose you're a smart fellow, eh?" (2.57)

Newman's affirmative answer to Tristram's question shows that he's lacking all pretense of humility. The guy knows he's smart.

It is the greatest victory over circumstances. (3.63)

For Newman, beautiful wife is the greatest object of pride. He wants to show off how awesome he is by nabbing a trophy wife.