Actions speak louder than words

"Style" really gives us a deeper understanding of Henry Dobbin's nature. Without a doubt, he stands out from the other men in the group. He is protrayed sensitive, but strong. Funny, but pensieve. He's a man that is naturally good natured, as portrayed in "Church." It is very clear that he is sensitive to the little girl, her position and culture. Azar obviously opposes Dobbins in this regard through his words and actions.

I mentally group Henry Dobbins with men like Tim O'brien, being men of decent nature because of chapters like this. This was shown as through O'brien's, and no doubt, Dobbins perspective, as they saw the little girl dancing. O'brien describes her dancing like, "She did a graceful movement with her hips" or "The girl went up on her toes and made a slow turn..." Then Azar mockes her as he "...did funny jumps and spins" and "...then did an erotic thing with his hips." The difference in word choice between how O'brien describes the dance from their perspective, and then from Azer's perspective, reflects their individual maturity. I guess action speaks louder than words. Ironically enough, Dobbins doesn't fall into the trap of 'loud words' as he considered dropping Azar into the village well because all of this. In perfect harmony with his personality he orders, "dance right." What a perfect example of enforcing respect and decentcy effectively without having to lose control to one's anger.