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“He lets us call him Henry because Bevelheimer’s very hard to say.”
Peter is proud that the old apartment building where he lives has “one of the best elevators in New York City” (4). He is intrigued by its mirrored walls, cushioned bench, and the elevator operator, Henry Bevelheimer. Peter respects Henry as a kind, interested adult who knows the names of the all the building’s tenants as well as Peter’s grade in school. Henry’s smile at the sight of Peter’s prize turtle indicates that he is an astute student of human nature who anticipates that Mrs. Hatcher’s response to the new pet may not be positive.
“I’m going to see to it that he’s happy.”
Peter’s new pet turtle is met with dismay by his mother. Mrs. Hatcher expresses revulsion at the reptile’s smell and announces that she will have no part in caring for it. Peter, who truly longs for a pet capable of giving and receiving affection, is pleased to care for Dribble. Additionally, it is clear that Peter is enthralled by the prospect of a possession that is entirely his own. He forbids Fudge to touch the turtle bowl. Peter reinforces his intention to care for Dribble by advising his mother that he will provide for more than the turtle’s essential needs; he will strive to make the pet’s life a happy one.
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