How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
Where would Black Beauty and Ginger have been if you had only thought of number one? Why, roasted to death? (17.15)
James Howard manages to get Beauty and Ginger out of a burning stable because he really understands how horses think, and his love and bravery drives him to rescue them. James has empathy for their fright, and this saves Beauty and Ginger, even though other horses perish in the fire.
Quote #5
"[…] that's a gentleman; that's a real gentleman, Dolly. He has got time and thought for the comfort of a poor cabman and a little girl." (38.5)
Jerry Barker praises a man who helps his young daughter across the street, pointing out that often it's the little deeds of compassion and kindness that make the biggest difference.
Quote #6
"But any way you might tell the poor beast that you were sorry to take it out of him in that way. Sometimes a kind word is all we can give 'em, poor brutes, and 'tis wonderful what they do understand." (39.10)
Jerry's friend Governor Gray listens to the sad story of cab driver Seedy Sam's life, but has no tolerance for Sam's mistreatment of horses. Here we see how much value this story places on treating animals with love and compassion, even when circumstances are hard.