William Samuel Harris
One of Jerome's companions on the boating trip
Core Belief
"Life should be enjoyed without unnecessary fuss or sentimentality. Hard work and good company are essential, but excessive planning and emotional displays are best avoided."
Worldview
Harris sees the world through a pragmatic lens, valuing common sense and practicality above all else. He's skeptical of grand pronouncements and prefers to focus on the tangible and immediate.
Personality
Harris is practical, often blunt, and possesses a dry, understated sense of humor. He's somewhat lacking in imagination and prone to making messes, yet he's also dependable and fiercely loyal to his friends. He enjoys simple pleasures like drinking and singing.
In Their Own Words
"What we want is rest."
"How about when it rained?"
"Now, the first thing to settle is what to take with us. Now, you get a bit of paper and write down, J., and you get the grocery catalogue, George, and somebody give me a bit of pencil, and then I’ll make out a list."
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