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Masson

maleFirst seen chapter 6Last seen chapter 9

Masson is the owner of a wooden bungalow on the beach, a tall broad‑shouldered man with a plump Parisian wife, hosts the beach outing, prepares fried fish, and assists after the shootout. Masson testifies, calling Meursault an honest and decent man

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