The young baronet is a thoroughly English man, a descendant “of that long line of high-blooded, fiery, masterful men. There was pride, courage and strength in his thick eyebrows, sensitive nostrils and large hazel eyes. . . . [he] was at least a comrade for whom one could dare to take a risk with the certainty that he would courageously share it” (Doyle 55-56). Sir Henry possesses not only physical autonomy, but also moral integrity, camaraderie and courage. Sir Henry indeed exemplifies the familiar concept of manhood, including discipline, duty to England and the Empire, physical prowess and endurance, generosity of spirit and, in general,