IContent - Characterizations
Oliver Twist - A loving, innocent orphan child; the son of Edwin Leeford and
Agnes Fleming. He is generally quiet and shy rather than aggressive. Oliver's
affectionate nature, along with his weakness and innocence, earn him the pity and
love of the good people he meets. Dicken's choice of Oliver's name is very
revealing, because the boy's story is full of 'twists' and turns. Dickens uses his
skills at creating character to make Oliver particularly appealing.
Mr. Bumble - The parish beadle; a rat man and a choleric with a great idea of his
oratorical power…
