“Well, now, isn’t that fine! Course, I don’t know next to nothing about books, never could read much, and I ain’t heard of that one, but I know it’s important for a young person to get all the education they can. You go right on and read, Mattie, and I’ll help your ma.” He patted me on the head, and as I looked up, I saw Mama give him a long sideways look. I wasn’t sure what it meant, but I read a little hurt and disappointment in her face.”