“ I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen ”
Louisa May Alcott, Little Women (1868). copy citation
| Author | Louisa May Alcott |
|---|---|
| Source | Little Women |
| Topic | challenge door key |
| Date | 1868 |
| Language | English |
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| Weblink | http://www.gutenberg.org/files/514/514-h/514-h.htm |
Context
“"We're an ambitious set, aren't we? Every one of us, but Beth, wants to be rich and famous, and gorgeous in every respect. I do wonder if any of us will ever get our wishes," said Laurie, chewing grass like a meditative calf.
"I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen," observed Jo mysteriously.
"I've got the key to mine, but I'm not allowed to try it. Hang college!" muttered Laurie with an impatient sigh.
"Here's mine!" and Amy waved her pencil.
"I haven't got any," said Meg forlornly.” source
"I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen," observed Jo mysteriously.
"I've got the key to mine, but I'm not allowed to try it. Hang college!" muttered Laurie with an impatient sigh.
"Here's mine!" and Amy waved her pencil.
"I haven't got any," said Meg forlornly.” source
