In the absence of the good dialogue from network shows, every episode of PBS’s “Downton Abbey” has become instantly quotable.
Sunday night’s Season 4 premiere was no exception. Here are some of the bon mots.
“There can be too much truth in any relationship.” — Violet to Lady Mary on keeping an education in real estate a secret from Lord Robert
“He’s not bad-looking. And he’s still living.” — Lady Mary on her sister Edith’s boyfriend, Michael Gregson
“Prison was an education.” — Mr. Bates, after forging Bill Molesley’s signature on a letter.
“Now the room’s going to smell like a tart’s boudoir.” — Lady Mary, after some perfume spills.
“Just because you’re a widow doesn’t necessitate eating off a tray.” — Violet to Isobel Crawley
“It’s the job of grandmothers to interfere.” — Violet.
“I just had a hunch that she wasn’t quite up to garment.” — Thomas Barrow on Nanny West
“When you talk like that I’m tempted to ring for Nanny and have you put to bed with no supper.” — Violet to her son, Lord Robert