I have been acquainted with you by character many years.

Your person, your disposition, accomplishments, manner; they were all present to me." Mr Elliot was not disappointed in the interest he hoped to raise.

No one can withstand the charm of such a mystery.

To have been described long ago to a recent acquaintance, by nameless people, is irresistible; and Anne was all curiosity.

She wondered, and questioned him eagerly; but in vain.