Pelle the Conqueror · Character
Hans Peter
A worker who participates in the labor strikes.
minor
Also known as Hans, Peter
First appearance: XII
Hans Peter shows up with force in XVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Elopes with Bodil, is thrashed by his father, and later plays with Pelle.
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In XVI: Elopes with Bodil, is thrashed by his father, and later plays with Pelle. Later, in V: Marie's elder brother who works in a…
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- Pelle's family and early influences
- Quarry mentors and peers
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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