Children’s Stories · Character
Little Hans
A cheerful gardener with a flourishing plot and a generous heart, who cannot see that his best friend the Miller is bleeding him dry.
major
Also known as Hans, little Hans, Poor little Hans
First appearance: The Devoted Friend
As a major figure in Children’s Stories, Little Hans is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
The devoted friend who is exploited by the Miller; he works hard, gives away his flowers, and ultimately drowns while running an errand.
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Little Hans works his garden through every season, sharing flowers and fruit freely, and speaks of the rich Miller with unshakable devotion. The Miller talks beautifully about friendship while taking Hans's time, his…
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- Other
Character groups
- Protagonist
- Story Narrators and Observers
- Villains and Exploiters
- Young King's Dream Figures
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This excerpt is not the story's dramatic climax; it is the opening exposition, establishing the wintry setting…
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