Pelle the Conqueror · Character

Jens Kure

A worker known for his gloomy demeanor and hard labor.

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Also known as Jens, November Jens

First appearance: vii

Jens Kure shows up with force in VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Jens informs Pelle about the widow of a stonecutter who was killed in an explosion.

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In VI: Jens informs Pelle about the widow of a stonecutter who was killed in an explosion. Later, in IX: Mentioned as a comrade of Pelle…

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VI
Jens informs Pelle about the widow of a stonecutter who was killed in an explosion.
IX
Mentioned as a comrade of Pelle and Morten.
XII
Jens is present in the workshop, and Pelle whispers to him about Garibaldi; he later goes out with his concertina.
XIII
Watches Peter's departure, asks Peter to send his address.
XIV
A fellow worker and friend to Pelle, sharing in the collective disgrace and poverty.
Chapter XV
Jens grows a moustache, finds a young woman, and encourages Pelle to do the same.
Chapter XVI
Jens helps carry Karen's stretcher alongside Pelle.
The Great Power Unleashed
Jens is present at the harbor, standing apart with Morten, looking on mournfully.
XXI
Finished his term and left, now living in poverty with his young woman, working on repairs, and struggling to survive.
Chapter XXII
A former comrade now struggling as a small employer, with a pregnant girlfriend and no food.

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