Question

how did reuben s wife admire him

Answer 1

And Reuben J., Martin Cunningham said, gave the boatman a florin for saving his son’s life. A stifled sigh came from under Mr Power’s hand.

Oh, he did, Martin Cunningham affirmed. Like a hero. A silver florin.

Isn’t it awfully good? Mr Bloom said eagerly.

One and eightpence too much, Mr Dedalus said wryly. Mr Power’s choked laugh burst quietly in the carriage.