The suggestions which Jane received as to the sort of story that she
ought to write were, however, an amusement to her, though they were not
likely to prove useful; and she has left amongst her papers one entitled,
'Plan of a novel according to hints from various quarters.' The names of
some of those advisers are written on the margin of the manuscript
opposite to their respective suggestions.
'Heroine to be the daughter of a clergyman, who after having lived
much in the world had retired from it, and settled on a curacy with a
very small fortune of his own. The most excellent man that can be
imagined, perfect in character, temper, and manner, without the
smallest drawback or peculiarity to prevent his being the most
delightful companion to his daughter from one year's end to the other.
Heroine faultless in character, beautiful in person, and possessing
every possible accomplishment. Book to open with father and daughter
conversing in long speeches, elegant language, and a tone of high
serious sentiment. The father induced, at his daughter's earnest
request, to relate to her the past events of his life.
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