Tortilla Flat Dissatisfaction Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #10

But it was only half, less than half, to see the funeral. Being seen at the funeral was the more important half. This was the best that could be done. (17.14)

Get out your calculators: we're going to discuss ratios. Just kidding. The friends do divide up their actions into halves when it comes to Danny's funeral, though, because they feel like even though they are going to take part in the ritual, they're not going to be part of the community, which leaves them feeling dissatisfied with their participation.