Mr. Dussel can be seen as neurotic, opinionated, and at times, self-centered. He is described as pedantic and critical, often causing tension within the annex. Despite these qualities, he also shows moments of vulnerability and concern for others, particularly during difficult times.
Dussel means "twit" or "nincompoop" in German.
Mr. Dussel moved into the secret annex in November 1942.
Peter put a dead mouse on Mr. Dussel's bed as a prank.
Mr. Dussel moved in with the Franks in November 1942.
Anne Frank is the first to allow Mr. Dussel to work on her teeth.
his real name is Fritz Pfeffer, but Anne gave him the pseudonym Dussel because it is German for silly, ninny, boob, twit etc. and to protect his identity so that he would not be embarrassed if he survived.
Mr. Dussel, a character mentioned in The Diary of Anne Frank, was actually the dentist Fritz Pfeffer. Pfeffer had one child, named Werner Peter Pfeffer.
November 16, 1942:Fritz Pfeffer (Mr. Dussel) moves into the Secret Annex.
They took Mr. Dussel in because they wanted to help him to go into hiding. Anne Frank was excited she was going to have someone to talk with but after some time with Dussel, she couldn't stand him.
Mr. Frank feels conflicted about having Mr. Dussel hide with them. On one hand, he understands the necessity of helping others in need during the war. However, he also feels frustrated by the added strain and tension that Mr. Dussel's presence brings to their living situation.
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