Martin Birck’s Youth · Character
Von Heringslake
A character with a noble-sounding name, possibly an acquaintance or authority figure.
minor
Also known as Heringslake
First appearance: iv
Von Heringslake shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Chief clerk who roasts apples over the stove and comments on Martin's lack of heart.
Von Heringslake first appears in 0020 iv.
In I: Chief clerk who roasts apples over the stove and comments on Martin's lack of heart.
Later, in II: Mentioned in Martin's internal monologue as someone who prefers cold weather and wears furs.
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- Protagonist
- Domestic and parental figures
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