# Martin Birck’s Youth — Character guide

> Key figures in Martin Birck’s Youth by Hjalmar Söderberg.

- [Martin Birck](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/martin_birck.md): The protagonist, a young man growing up in Stockholm, whose inner life and experiences are the focus of the novel.
- [His Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/his_mother.md): Martin's mother, a recurring presence in his childhood and later life, often seen through his memories.
- [Hjalmar Söderberg](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/soderberg.md): The author, who appears as a narrative voice or frame, possibly as a character in the dedication or framing.
- [Henrik Rissler](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/henrik_rissler.md): A friend or acquaintance of Martin, appearing in various episodes of his youth and adulthood.
- [Ida Dupont](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/ida_dupont.md): A young woman, possibly a love interest or significant figure in Martin's life, with a delicate presence.
- [Josef Marin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/josef_marin.md): A character who interacts with Martin, possibly a friend or colleague, with a distinct personality.
- [Maria](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/maria.md): A woman addressed as 'Dear Maria,' likely a romantic interest or close correspondent of Martin.
- [XI Martin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/xi_martin.md): A duplicate or alternate reference to Martin Birck, possibly from a different chapter or perspective.
- [Old Moberg](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/old_moberg.md): An older man, possibly a neighbor or family acquaintance, who appears in Martin's world.
- [Johan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/johan.md): A recurring character, possibly a friend or servant, with a name that appears multiple times.
- [Franz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/franz.md): A character with a limited but notable presence, possibly a friend or acquaintance of Martin.
- [Miss Oldhusen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/miss_oldhusen.md): A woman, possibly a relative or acquaintance, who appears in the narrative.
- [Venus](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/venus.md): A mythological or symbolic figure, possibly referenced in a literary or artistic context.
- [Lotta](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/lotta.md): A woman, possibly a servant or acquaintance, with a small but recurring role.
- [Mrs. Heggbom](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/heggbom.md): A married woman, possibly a neighbor or family friend, who appears in the story.
- [Mrs. Lundgren](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/mrs_lundgren.md): A woman, possibly a landlady or acquaintance, with a limited presence.
- [Uncle Abraham](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/uncle_abraham.md): An older relative of Martin, possibly a mentor or family figure.
- [Auditor Camin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/auditor_camin.md): A professional man, possibly an auditor or official, who interacts with Martin.
- [Messer Guido Cavalcanti](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/guido_cavalcanti.md): A historical or literary figure, possibly referenced in a discussion or as a symbolic character.
- [Von Heringslake](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/von_heringslake.md): A character with a noble-sounding name, possibly an acquaintance or authority figure.
- [The Red Turk](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/red_turk.md): A mysterious or exotic figure, possibly a storybook character or a real person in Martin's imagination.
- [Billfelt](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/billfelt.md): A man, possibly a family member or acquaintance, with a limited role.
- [Doctor Markel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/doctor_markel.md): A doctor, possibly a physician who treats Martin or someone in his circle.
- [Mr. Dupont](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/mr_dupont.md): The father of Ida Dupont, possibly a shopkeeper or businessman.
- [Grandmother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/grandmother.md): Martin's grandmother, a family elder who appears in his childhood memories.
- [Planius](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/planius.md): A character, possibly a historical or literary reference, with a small role.
- [The Stranger](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/the_stranger.md): An unnamed man who appears in a scene, possibly a mysterious or symbolic figure.
- [Harriet Skottë](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/harriet_skotte.md): A young woman, possibly a love interest or acquaintance of Martin, with a refined name.
- [Kolmodin](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/kolmodin.md): A character, possibly a friend or colleague, with a brief appearance.
- [Willie](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/willie.md): A young boy, possibly a relative or neighbor, who appears in the story.
- [Father](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/father.md): Martin's father, a family figure who appears in his memories or scenes.
- [Gabel](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/gabel.md): A character, possibly a friend or acquaintance, with a limited role.
- [Mamma](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/mamma.md): A term for mother, possibly used by a child or in a domestic scene.
- [Secretary Oldhusen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/secretary_oldhusen.md): A secretary, possibly related to Miss Oldhusen, with a minor role.
- [John](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/john.md): A common name, possibly a servant or acquaintance, with a brief appearance.
- [Papa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/papa.md): A term for father, used in a domestic or childhood context.
- [Director Sundell](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/director_sundell.md): A director, possibly a business or official figure, with a minor role.
- [Hamlet](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/hamlet.md): The Shakespearean character, referenced in a literary or theatrical context.
- [Pella Oldhusen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/pella_oldhusen.md): A woman, possibly a relative of Miss Oldhusen, with a small role.
- [Punch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/punch.md): A character from a puppet show or literary reference, possibly symbolic.
- [Mother](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/mother.md): A generic term for mother, possibly used in a specific scene.
- [Charles XII](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/charles_xii.md): The Swedish king, referenced as a historical figure in the narrative.
- [Gretchen](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/gretchen.md): A woman, possibly a literary or personal reference, with a minor role.
- [Song](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/song.md): A personification or symbolic figure, possibly in a poetic context.
- [Sigrid Tesch](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/martin_birck_s_youth_se/characters/sigrid_tesch.md): A woman, possibly an acquaintance or relative, with a brief appearance.

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