He possessed the daring of the typical Kentuckian, with the dead calm of the stoic philosopher; imperturbable; never vexed or querulous or excited; denying himself none of the indulgences of the gentleman of leisure.
Watterson describes a man who embodies both the adventurous spirit and calm demeanor typical of Kentuckians.
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