How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
Eleven o'clock was striking; Mr. Fogg was an hour in advance of time. (15.19)
Early is on time, and on time is late—at least that's what our moms always say. In Phileas's case, adding up time gained is one step closer to winning that big cash prize waiting for him at the end.
Quote #8
All the detective's hopes and wishes were now centered on Hong Kong; for the steamer's stay at Singapore would be too brief to enable him to take any steps there. (16.7)
That's the funny thing about machines: They're always breaking down when you need them the most. Detective Fix apparently depends on these delays in order to catch Phileas Fogg and bring him to justice.
Quote #9
"I could not risk myself, my men, or my little boat of scarcely twenty tons on so long a voyage at this time of year." (20.10)
Finally a character—in this case, a sea captain—who isn't swayed by money. Time (both duration of voyage and time of year) are far bigger factors in this guy's decision-making process. Maybe Phileas Fogg has met his match this time.