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From "Oscar Wilde, His Life and Confessions. Volume 2 (of 2)" by Harris, Frank
Major Nelson
The kind governor of Reading Gaol who improves Oscar Wilde's conditions.
Core Belief
"Even prisoners deserve humane treatment."
Worldview
Believes in treating all individuals with dignity and compassion, even within the confines of the prison system.
Personality
Humane, understanding, and compassionate. He treats Oscar Wilde with kindness and respect, in contrast to the previous governor.
In Their Own Words
"(Implied) He had not had a punishment for months, and Oh, Frank, the joy of reading when you like and writing as you please--the delight of living again!"
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