Цитаты из книги Washington Square

Young ladies did not go out alone in the evenings to meet young men in gardens.

Taking too much care would be as bad as taking to little.

Admiring just the dress, instead of the person, might not seem very enthusiastic.

If she gives me a surprise, I will be happy. If she doesn't, I shall not lose anything.

What is your business? Your business is to be with me.

Be afraid of nothing, and everything will go well.