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He is also handsome, replied Elizabeth, which a young man ought likewise to be, if he possibly can. His character is thereby complete.

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Jane Austen
Age: 101 †
Born: 1775
Born: December 16
Died: 1877
Died: July 24
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Elizabeth
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