In which the narrator undertakes the noble and tender task of presenting a truthful and unvarnished portrait of an extraordinary man, whose gentle nature and boundless affection have left an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know him. With the tenderness of lifelong devotion and the humility of a plain speaker, he prepares to recount a story woven closely with his own, seeking simply to honour a cherished friend’s memory with sincerity and love.