That's an interesting counterexample, though I've often wondered what he was actually like. We only hear the tales from history, which are extremes by definitio

That's an interesting counterexample, though I've often wondered what he was actually like. We only hear the tales from history, which are extremes by definition. I imagine that pg's bio might have similar things to say, but those who knew him remember how snappy and full of energy he is. His online persona and writings give a very different impression.