The description of Horace Danby as 'good and respectable — but not completely honest' is exceptionally apt. He was a successful, well-respected locksmith, leading a seemingly normal, law-abiding life, thus appearing 'good and respectable.' However, his hidden annual compulsion to burgle a safe to fund his expensive hobby of collecting rare books reveals his dishonesty. He was not a thief driven by malicious intent, greed, or a desire for a lavish lifestyle. Crucially, Horace meticulously planned his thefts to avoid violence and confrontation, operating with a specific, limited objective. This distinguishes him sharply from a 'typical thief,' who often steals indiscriminately, uses force, and lives a life entrenched in crime. Horace's actions were driven by a peculiar passion.