Moritz Hagenström Character Analysis in Buddenbrooks

Moritz Hagenström is the younger Hagenström brother. He grows up to be a successful lawyer in Lübeck. He serves as prosecutor in Hugo Weinschenk’s trial when Weinschenk is accused of insurance fraud, and Tony accuses Moritz of going out of his way to ensure that Weinschenk receives an especially harsh sentence.

Moritz Hagenström Character Timeline in Buddenbrooks

The timeline below shows where the character Moritz Hagenström appears in Buddenbrooks. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.

...is now married to the daughter of Consul Huneus, “the richest man in town,” and Moritz Hagenström is now a successful lawyer. Sesame Weichbrodt remains a compassionate and supportive friend to Tony.... (full context)

...been accused of insurance fraud and will have to stand trial—and the prosecutor is Dr. Moritz Hagenström . In private, Bethsy asks Thomas what she’s supposed to think about the situation with... (full context)

...hue. At last, she reaches Thomas’s house and gets straight down to business. It’s Weinschenk: Moritz Hagenström has just demanded that Weinschenk be jailed unless he can post the bail fee of... (full context)