Bleak House · Character
Mr. Jellyby
Mrs. Jellyby's meek, neglected husband.
minor
Also known as poor Mr. Jellyby
First appearance: Telescopic Philanthropy
Mr. Jellyby shows up with force in Telescopic Philanthropy. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A silent, passive figure overshadowed by his wife's dominating philanthropy.
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