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This quote appears toward the beginning of the story, immediately after the Mermaid has stated that she can only be with the Fisherman if he agrees to part with his Soul. These lines are especially notable because they raise a question of value—both material and immaterial—that will recur throughout the rest of the story. In particular, the Fisherman attributes no value whatsoever to his soul because he cannot physically apprehend it, and views it merely as an obstacle to be overcome in pursuit of romantic love. There is also a marked degree of naivete on the Fisherman’s part, as he…