| Mole | |
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 1913 illustration | |
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Real Name |
Mole |
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First Appearance |
The Wind in the Willows (1908) |
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Original Publisher |
Methuen |
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Created by |
Kenneth Grahame |
Origin[]
Mole is a gentle, curious, and somewhat naive anthropomorphic mole who embarks on a transformative journey. At the beginning of the story, Mole is portrayed as a humble and content creature living a simple life in his underground burrow. However, his curiosity and instinctual longing for adventure lead him to venture out of his burrow and explore the surface world beyond.
Mole's journey begins when he meets Rat, who introduces him to the joys of the riverbank and the pleasures of boating. Through Rat, Mole becomes acquainted with other characters such as Mr. Badger and Mr. Toad, each representing different aspects of society and human nature.
Mole's innocence and kindness are evident in his interactions with others, as he often tries to see the best in people and approaches situations with an open heart. Despite his initial reluctance to join Rat on his adventures, Mole quickly becomes swept up in the excitement and camaraderie of their escapades.
Throughout the novel, Mole undergoes personal growth and learns to value his friendship, bravery, and the importance of home. His loyalty to his friends, particularly Rat and Badger, is unwavering, and he willingly puts himself in danger to help them when they are in need. Mole's character arc culminates in his confrontation with Toad, whom he tries to rescue from his own destructive behavior.
Public Domain Appearances[]
All published appearances of Mole from before January 1, 1931 are public domain in the US.
Some notable appearances are listed below:
Public Domain Literary Appearances[]
- The Wind in the Willows (1908)
Public Domain Theatre Appearances[]
- Toad of Toad Hall (1929)