jim rozen wrote:
In article , Ed
Huntress says...

The author used the name "Gecko" to suggest that Gordon was a
lizardly character, a greedy slimeball, and hardly a hero.

For the record, geckos are not slimy.

Jim
Amen to that. Here in Central America (I am in Honduras at the moment) gekos
are everywhere and a home with them in residence is considered a happy home.
They are neat creatures and their insectivore habits are appreciated.
Regards.
Ken.