# Mr. Hanson — The Son of Tarzan character guide

> Mr. Hanson in The Son of Tarzan by Edgar Rice Burroughs.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Hanson

**First appearance:** 0004-iii

## Snapshot

A trader and antagonist involved in schemes against the protagonists, driven by greed and revenge.

## Who they are

Mr. Hanson is a trader whose past encounters with Tarzan have fueled a desire for revenge. He becomes entangled in the abduction of Meriem, using her as a pawn in his schemes. His criminal nature and willingness to manipulate others make him a persistent threat, complicating the protagonists' journey and highlighting the dangers of the jungle.

## In the story

### [XVIII](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xviii)

Hanson is a trader who secretly plans to abduct Meriem. He shoots the lion that attacks her and later lies in wait in the garden.

### [XIX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xix)

Accompanies Baynes to camp, sends a messenger with Baynes' note, and lies in his hammock.

### [Chapter XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_son_of_tarzan_se/chapters/xx)

Deceives Meriem by claiming Baynes sent him, leading her away from camp with ulterior motives.

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