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Kai Graf Mölln

Hanno's only close friend at school, a count's son who shares his sensitive and artistic nature.

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Also known as Kai, little Kai, Count Eberhard Mölln

First appearance: part vi i

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In II: Hanno's schoolmate who shows a sense of loyalty and comradeship by secretly helping Hanno during the Latin lesson, despite not personally liking him. Later, in IV: Mentioned for his desperate visit to Hanno's…

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See Kai Graf Mölln in part vi i

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HBHanno Buddenbr…JBJohann Buddenb…A'Antonie 'Tony'…PSPastor Sievert…CBChristian Budd…KGKai Graf Mölln

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  • The Buddenbrook Family & Close Kin

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See Kai Graf Mölln in part vi i