Sergeant-Major Morris

Sergeant-Major Morris is a fictional character from W.W. Jacobs' short story "The Monkey's Paw." He is an experienced soldier who visits a family and shares stories of his travels and mysterious experiences, including the magic of a cursed monkey’s paw that grants wishes. His role introduces the supernatural element of the story, warning of the dangers of interfering with fate. Morris's character serves to set the tone and foreshadow the tragic consequences of trying to alter natural events through magical means.