The Manager
The general manager of the Central Station, representing the bureaucratic and self-serving nature of the Company.
Core Belief
"The manager believes in the importance of maintaining appearances and adhering to routine. He prioritizes self-preservation and career advancement above all else, viewing others as tools to be used for his own benefit."
Worldview
The manager sees the world as a hierarchical system where success depends on conformity and self-promotion. He is blind to the ethical implications of colonialism, viewing the exploitation of the Congo as a necessary means to achieve personal gain.
Personality
The manager is a mediocre and uninspired individual, primarily concerned with maintaining his position and avoiding illness. He lacks any genuine interest in the Company's mission or the well-being of his employees. He is calculating, manipulative, and ultimately devoid of moral conviction.
In Their Own Words
"“Men who come out here should have no entrails.”"
"“The situation was ‘very grave, very grave.’”"
"“Shows a complete want of judgment. It is my duty to point it out in the proper quarter.”"
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