Reading 1001 discussion

What does Stevens care most deeply about? Can you articulate a world view for him?

I am on vacation so we will see how well I can articulate. I think Steven's view is rooted in tradition and the past.

He believes that by devoting his perfect service to an important person, he can enable this person to achieve the highest goals. Thus choosing a person deserving of his services is of crucial importance to him and to achieving his life's ambition.

Yes, Sushicat, his life was devoted to service. Early in his career he concentrated on being the best butler he could be, it is later that he realises that his service was not exemplary after all because it was in service to someone who was unworthy of his services.

Definitely his service. Outside that, there was not much else in his life. Even his days off were often spent in the company of others in his profession.