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Judgmentalism Vs. Wilson

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For the duration of the short story, readers may notice how Wilson’s character is displayed as a “Professional” hunter with a current state of judgmentalism who then transfers to a more compassionate position.Wilson gains verbal support from Margaret Macomber to further make evident his status as a “Professional” hunter. On page 4, Margaret says, “Mr. Wilson is really very impressive killing anything.” Wilson responds to Margaret by saying, “Oh, anything,” said Wilson. “Simply anything” ( Page 4 ). As Wilson gains assistance from Margaret, his response gives insight to his egotistical mentality. By responding to Margaret’s claim with the statement, “Oh, anything,” said Wilson. “Simply anything,” Wilson’s attitude toward his occupation shows that in his success as a “Professional” hunter he is also …show more content…

Wilson’s judgmental, self-virtuous nature is displayed when he converses with Francis over proceeding to kill the wounded lion. On page 12, Wilson says, “You don’t have to go in, of course,” he said. “that’s what I’m hired for, you know.” As Wilson speaks with Francis over killing the lion, his statement verifies that he retains a judgmental persona. By saying “You don’t have to go in, of course,” it is apparent that Wilson views Francis as very childish and cowardly. It also reveals that Wilson is prone to judging people based on first impressions.Although Wilson’s character has been primarily described as hyper-critical and condemnatory, there is certain evidence which expresses unseen compassionate emotions toward Francis Macomber. Following Francis’ death, Robert expresses a positive sentiment to Margaret regarding Francis. On page 26, Wilson says, “I was a little angry. I’d begun to like your

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