From Pride and Prejudice, a play founded on Jane Austen's novel by Steele, Mrs. MacKaye

Ah! A very charming domestic picture! (Taking a bunch of radishes from the basket, he speaks to (CHARLOTTE: I fear the apothecary might object.) True--they might not be suitable, but [Looking at them proudly.) they are very fine radishes. (To ELIZABETH.) Miss Elizabeth, I am very successful in my gardening. I consider the work I do in my garden to be one of my most respectable pleasures. Lady Catherine is always ready to encourage me in it, and my dear Charlotte is ever willing that I should leave her side for the sake of this healthful exercise. (Looking at the radishes again.) It is, indeed, a pity that Miss de Bourg is not well enough to enjoy them. My dear Charlotte has doubtless told you, Miss Elizabeth, of the alliance which is in prospect between Miss de Bourg and Mr. Darcy. This extreme delicacy of constitution would seem to be the only bar to their happiness.

Mr Collins Monologue from Pride and Prejudice, a play founded on Jane Austen's novel

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