In this book August mistreats his animals severely. But most of all he mistreats Rosie. Up until now Rosie is believed to be a stupid elephant that doesn't listen. On page 227 Jacob realizes that Rosie is actually very intelligent. Jacob and Rosie "clicked" once she was brought into the circus especially with Jacob being the vet of the circus he becomes very fond of the elephant, Rosie.
When Jacob catches Greg talking to Rosie in Polish. Rosie then starts to do tricks and performs amazingly when spoken to in Polish. Jacob is astounded and proceeds to teach August Polish for Rosie's future performances. Once August knows this information about Rosie he changes into a completely new person, giving expensive jewelry to Marlena and pocket watches to Jacob. August's new behavior is suspiciously odd considering he hated Jacob before but now buys him gifts and gives him overwhelming praises and thankfulness. Is this just an act on August's part or his a genuinely better person?
I've not read this book, but it sounds like the August character is just acting, and maybe is hoping to lure them into a false sense of trust or something like that.
ReplyDeleteMany people said Water for Elephants was great when the movie came out. I don't know much about the story line at all. From what you have described, August's character change seems a bit suspicious. Can someone change their entire attitude so quickly? I hope you find out soon!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to read this book for a while now. I heard it is sad but good. Do you like it?
ReplyDeleteI haven't read this yet but my mom has and multiple of my friends and they say they really like it and you do a good job portraying what happens and what you think.
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