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Maria

A warm, uncomplicated woman who takes Harry as a lover and teaches him that the body's pleasures need no philosophy to be worth having.

supporting

Also known as Molly, the lovely Maria, lovely Maria, this Maria

First appearance: harry haller s records

As a supporting figure in Steppenwolf, Maria is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

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With Hermine (friendship): Hermine and Maria share a close, possibly intimate bond, with Maria serving as a sensual counterpart to Hermine's intellectual guidance. With Pablo (romantic): Maria and Pablo have a…

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HEHerminePAPabloHHHarry HallerGOGoetheHEHermanMAMaria

Relationship types

  • Friendship
  • Romantic
  • Social
  • Other

Character groups

  • Guides to Self-Discovery
  • Protagonist

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