Ruth believes that boys are not found around stables because what they like is taking things apart and putting them together again, and for this purpose horses are not so satisfactory as cars, motorcycles, and even bicycles, while girls adore horses because they are biological and have functions.
In Wallace Stegner's "All the Little Live Things," Ruth expresses her perspective on the interests of boys and girls regarding animals and machines. She observes that boys tend to prefer mechanical objects, like cars and motorcycles, which allow them to dismantle and reconstruct. This aligns with their exploratory instincts, making horses less appealing to them.
Conversely, Ruth notes that girls are drawn to horses, appreciating them for their life and biological...
