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Wilfred Whitten

Journalist and London topographer known as John o' London.

From "Books and Persons; Being Comments on a Past Epoch, 1908-1911" by Bennett, Arnold

Core Belief

"He believes in the importance of sanity and substance in criticism, valuing genuine lyrical inspiration and wit over sentimentality."

Worldview

He sees the world through a humanist lens, appreciating the complexities of human experience without succumbing to sentimentality or superficiality. He values the ability to 'dree his weird' as a badge of honor.

Personality

Sane, witty, and humorous, Whitten is a critic of admirable sanity who values substance over sentimentality. He is a perceptive and discerning observer, unafraid to challenge conventional wisdom.

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