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Henry VI Part 1 Society and Class Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Act.Scene.Line)

Quote #10

GLOUCESTER
Her [Margaret's] father is no better than an earl,
Although in glorious titles he excel. (5.5.37-38)

Titles do count for a lot to the nobles, but they're pretty sharp when it comes to seeing whether a title is hollow. They know who actually has power and wealth, and most of them don't want Henry to marry someone who doesn't.