Romeo and Juliet's little matter was just as sudden, and very Australian in many points.

Only mind, that Romeo, had he lived in Australia, instead of taking poison, would probably have "Took to drinking ratafia, and thought of poor Miss Baily," for full twenty-four hours after the catastrophe.
At least such would have been the case in many instances, but not in all.

With some men these suddenly-conceived passions last their lives, and, I should be inclined to say longer, were there not strong authority against it.
But Sam?
He saw the last twinkle of her white gown disappear, and then leant back and tried to think.

He could only say to himself, "By Jove, I wonder if I can ever bring her to like me.

I wish I had known she was here; I'd have dressed myself better.