Who is Mr. John Quincy Harrington from Collected Short Stories Volume Three and what is their importance? W._Somerset_Maugham English & Literature Mr. John Quincy Harrington | Collected Short Stories Volume Three

Mr. John Quincy Harrington travels to Petrograd, Russia with Ashenden. During their eleven day journey, Ashenden believes he's learned everything there is to know about Harrington. Ashenden is put off by Harrington's monotone voice, as well as his inability to be quiet.

In addition to his frustrating habit of talking, Harrington is also particular about his hygiene and clothing. While others on the train become grubby, Harrington cleans himself and changes his clothes daily. It is this habit, however that leads to his death. Instead of exiting Petrograd when he learns a revolt has broken out, he insists upon walking to the laundry to pick up his clothes. On the way back from this trip, he is shot and killed.