hermit, n.Definitions

A Hermit is a deserter from the army of humanity.

A Hermit is a person whose vices and follies are not sociable.

A Hermit is one who may get away by himself, but he cannot get away from himself.

A Hermit is simply a person to whom civilization has failed to adjust itself.

A Hermit is one who behaves as if the proper way to live is to quit living.

A Hermit is one who believes in doing without others as he would have others do without him.