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The Phoenix and the Carpet · Character

Henri

A French boy the children meet on their adventures.

minor

Also known as little Henri

First appearance: viii the cats the cow and the burglar

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11 connections

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ANAntheaCYCyrilRORobertJAJaneIKIkeHEHenri

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Main family and magical guides
  • Protagonist
  • Minor household and travel contacts

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Closing

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