# Pipman — Pelle the Conqueror character guide

> Pipman in Pelle the Conqueror by Martin Andersen Nexø.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** The Pipman, old Pipman, Old Pipman

**First appearance:** 0020-xviii

## Who they are

A mysterious old man who plays a pipe and frightens children.

## In the story

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pelle_the_conqueror_se/chapters/i)

Referenced as the side of the building without porches or galleries, where the stairs alone remain.

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

Pipman scolds Pelle for being late and neglecting his work at the 'Ark'.

### [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pelle_the_conqueror_se/chapters/iv)

Old Pipman provides work for Pelle, but Pelle later moves away from his employment.

### [XXXVI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/pelle_the_conqueror_se/chapters/xxxvi)

Pipman's whole garret is burning, according to the old ragpicker.

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