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Portrait of Alm-Uncle

Alm-Uncle

Heidi's gruff but ultimately loving grandfather.

From "Heidi" by Spyri, Johanna

Core Belief

"Nature provides solace and redemption; self-reliance and independence are essential for survival."

Worldview

Alm-Uncle sees the world as a harsh and unforgiving place, shaped by his past misfortunes and disillusionment with society. He initially rejects human connection but gradually opens himself to love and forgiveness through Heidi's influence. His worldview is rooted in a deep respect for nature and a belief in the importance of personal responsibility.

Personality

Alm-Uncle is initially presented as a solitary and forbidding figure, hardened by past experiences and mistrustful of society. However, beneath his gruff exterior lies a deep capacity for love and protectiveness, which is gradually revealed through his interactions with Heidi. He is also a skilled craftsman and deeply connected to nature.

In Their Own Words

"So, so, what is the meaning of this?"
"And what has the child to do with me up here?"
"Be off with you this instant, and get back as quickly as you can to the place whence you came, and do not let me see your face again in a hurry."

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