Niels Lyhne · Character
The Neergaards
A family who host social gatherings Niels attends.
minor
Also known as the old Councillor Neergaards
First appearance: VI
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Old Councillor Neergaards and family disapprove of Niels's new circle and his association with Mrs.
The Neergaards first appears in 0007 vi.
With Niels Lyhne (social): Neighbors and minor social contacts in the rural community where Niels grows up.
In VI: Old Councillor Neergaards and family disapprove of Niels's new circle and his association with Mrs. Boye, worrying about appearances.
Later, in IX: Niels visits them first upon returning to Copenhagen; Mrs. Neergaard looks at him with sarcastic pity.
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