# Bengta — Pelle the Conqueror character guide

> Bengta in Pelle the Conqueror by Martin Andersen Nexø.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Mother Bengta

**First appearance:** 0004-ii

## Who they are

An elderly woman who cares for Pelle and his family.

## In the story

### [II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pelle_the_conqueror_se/chapters/ii)

Mentioned in comparison to the mistress; Pelle recalls Mother Bengta's scolding of Lasse when he came home merry from Tommelilla.

### [IX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pelle_the_conqueror_se/chapters/ix)

Mentioned as Lasse's wife who is not good to quarrel with, implying her strong presence in the household.

### [XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pelle_the_conqueror_se/chapters/xviii)

Asks about Erik, showing she still cares for him.

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