War Horse Chapter 5 Quotes
How we cite the quotes:
(Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote 1
"If [Joey's] to be a cavalry horse, sir, he'll have to learn to accept the disciplines." (5.10)
Joey, like a soldier, has to commit himself to a bit of basic training to be an effective part of the war. If he could, he would probably salute.
Quote 2
"Come to think if it, we have a lot in common, you and I." (5.5)
While on leave, Captain Nicholls tells the ladies what he has in common with a horse. But seriously, folks, out of all the soldiers Joey could have been paired with, Nicholls is the best. Strong but sensitive—he's a perfect match for Joey.
Quote 3
[Topthorn] was the first horse I had ever come across that I felt could challenge me for strength, but there was also a kindness in his eye that held no threat for me. (5.18)
Where Zoey was old and kind, Topthorn is young, vigorous, and strong. Horses love to work, so it's only natural that Joey would be attracted to some friendly competition.
Quote 4
Albert, his face and his voice, stayed clear in my mind despite the unerring routine of the work that was turning me imperceptibly into an army horse. (5.14)
Although Joey never thinks of his mother again—not what she looked like or the sound of her neigh—he remembers every detail of Albert while he is at war. What gives? Why is he more connected to Albert than to his mother?
Quote 5
Stubbs never had a horse as beautiful as you to paint. (5.4)
Captain Nicholls's admiration for Joey extends into the realm of art. He hopes to paint a picture that captures Joey's essence so that others might admire him, too. Hey, isn't that kind of what Morpurgo is doing with War Horse?