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Give a character sketch of the peddler in the story "The Rattrap".
Give a character sketch of the peddler in the story "The Rattrap".
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Highlight the peddler's transformation and moral lesson.
Updated On: Nov 7, 2025
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The peddler is a poor, lonely man who views the world cynically as a rattrap. Initially dishonest, he steals and deceives others, but later experiences kindness from Edla Willmansson, which leads to his transformation. He realizes the value of trust and redemption, ultimately becoming a better person.
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