The Day of the Locust Chapter 4 Quotes

The Day of the Locust Chapter 4 Quotes

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Quote 1

"Here, you black rascal! A mint julep."

A Chinese servant came running with a Scotch and soda. (4.4)

For some reason, Claude is obsessed with acting like an old Southern plantation owner. Although we find this both weird and gross, we have to admit that West nails the comedic timing here. It's all fantasy here, and the fantasy isn't even accurate.

Quote 2

"I've been chasing a girl and it's like carrying something a little too large to conceal in your pocket, like a briefcase or a small valise. It's uncomfortable." (4.68)

Is that a small valise in your pocket, or are you just happy to see us? Although Tod resists his feelings at first, he quickly realizes that he's powerless to stop them. So what is he supposed to do? Throw away her phone number? Tear up all the paintings he's made of her? Take a dozen cold showers?