How we cite our quotes: Citations follow this format: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
"I'm Mayhew Skinner. I'm my father's only son." (14.11)
This is the moment Mayhew tells Thomas and Mr. Small who he is and why he's been dressing up like his dad.
Quote #8
"Child! […] You'll come tomorrow and maybe I'll feel like riding in the buggy. You want to still ride with a poor old soul?" (15.58).
Once he gets to know them, Thomas can't help but see what a wonderful friendship Pesty and Mr. Pluto have.
Quote #9
"You answer me. […] I been the devil for more years than you can remember and you think you can do him better than me?" (17.84-86)
We love the scene where Mr. Skinner and Mayhew fight over who gets to play Mr. Pluto. We suspect Mr. Skinner is a little bit flattered by his son's interest in the role. The scene brings out many appearance related motifs – masks, acting, role play.