How we cite our quotes: Citations follow this format: (Book.Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
"That book never will be closed, Philip," she said, with grave sadness. "I desire no future that will break the ties of the past. But the tie to my brother is one of the strongest. I can do nothing willingly that will divide me always from him." (6.10.35)
Maggie completely sums up her views on the role of the past in her life and in her choices. Though she has a substantial history with Philip, her ties with Tom are older and are therefore stronger to her. Maggie refuses to let go of her past, but she has to grant weight to her oldest memories and bonds.