Review - Chapter - 2, Three Men in a Boat

Characters

The same four characters - George, Harris, the narrator and Montmorency - are there.

The narrator (Jim) : The writer is romantic by nature. He loves the beautiful objects of nature. We realise that his description of the night fall is poetic and lyrical. He agrees with George to 'camp out' at night. He dislikes the practical attitude of Harris. He is witty and humorous in his comments.

George : George likes to 'camp out' at night. His friends say that he sleeps in the bank the whole day. He is considered to be lazy. He likes to take rest any ti me , anywhere.
Harris : Harris is practical in his attitude towards life. He is very fond of drinks. For him that place is the best where he can get a drink. He does not like to 'camp out' at night.

Plot
After taking a decision of having a boat trip along the river, the friends plan their journey. They plan to 'camp out' at night when it does not rain, but decide to sleep in a hotel or pub when it rains. The debate is adjourned to the following night. All the three put on their hats and go out.