Annie Bouman
A kindhearted and graceful peasant girl who is a close friend of Gretel and values true character over social standing.
Core Belief
"Inner beauty and moral character are more important than wealth or social status. She believes in treating everyone with kindness and respect, regardless of their background."
Worldview
Annie sees the world as a place of both beauty and injustice. She is motivated to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to challenge social inequalities.
Personality
Annie is compassionate, loyal, and possesses a strong sense of justice. She is unaffected by social prejudices and readily defends those who are marginalized. She is also artistic and has a deep appreciation for beauty.
In Their Own Words
"I can tell you that any of you are fitter for the work than she. My father often said last summer that it troubled him to see such a bright-eyed, patient little maiden tending geese."
"Goose girl, indeed! I can tell you that any of you are fitter for the work than she. My father often said last summer that it troubled him to see such a bright-eyed, patient little maiden tending geese."
"I’ve disliked him ever since I saw him try to push his little sister out of the merry-go-round at Amsterdam, and it’s no secret up OUR way who killed the stork on your mother’s roof. "
Other Characters from Hans Brinker; Or, The Silver Skates
Hans Brinker
A hardworking and determined fifteen-year-old boy who prioritizes his family's well-being and education.
Gretel Brinker
A spirited and loving twelve-year-old girl who dreams of winning the silver skates and easing her family's burdens.
Dame Brinker
A strong and resilient peasant woman who works tirelessly to provide for her family and care for her ailing husband.
Peter van Holp
A kind and generous seventeen-year-old boy from a wealthy family, who is respected by his peers and a leader in his community.
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