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The Steadfast Tin Soldier

dan. Den standhaftige tinsoldat · 1838
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Main Characters and Their Development

  • The Steadfast Tin Soldier: The main character of the tale, known for his resilience and courage. He was made with a flaw — he had only one leg, but this did not prevent him from being brave and loyal. The soldier goes through many trials, including falling out of a window, traveling through the sewer, and encountering a rat. Despite all difficulties, he maintains his resilience and loyalty to his principles until the very end.
  • The Ballerina: A small paper figure standing on one leg, capturing the attention of the tin soldier. She symbolizes beauty and grace. The soldier falls in love with her at first sight, and she becomes his inspiration and goal.
  • The Rat: An antagonist who confronts the soldier in the sewer. The rat threatens the soldier and tries to hinder him, but the soldier shows courage and resilience to overcome this obstacle.
  • The Boy: The owner of the tin soldier, who receives him as a gift. The boy plays with the soldier but accidentally throws him out of the window, starting all the soldier's adventures.
  • The Fisherman: A man who finds the tin soldier in the belly of a fish and returns him to the boy's home. The fisherman symbolizes random acts of kindness that help the hero return home.
The Steadfast Tin Soldier
Date of publication: 28 June 2024
Last updated: 10 July 2024
———Original titledan. Den standhaftige tinsoldat · 1838