# Mrs. Kipps — Kipps character guide

> Mrs. Kipps in Kipps by H. G. Wells.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** young Artie, Artie, Art Kipps, old Kipps, Arthur

**First appearance:** 0003-i-the-little-shop-at-new-romney

## Who they are

Kipps's mother, a simple woman from the working class who appears briefly in his early life.

## In the story

### [I: The Little Shop at New Romney](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/kipps_se/chapters/i-the-little-shop-at-new-romney)

Kipps' aunt and guardian, who oversees his upbringing and departure for apprenticeship.

### [II: The Emporium](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/kipps_se/chapters/ii-the-emporium)

Referenced as 'young Artie' in the context of Kipps' earlier life and training.

### [IV: The Bicycle Manufacturer](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/kipps_se/chapters/iv-the-bicycle-manufacturer)

Kipps's aunt is surprised by his visit in a motor car. She expresses reluctance to move from their home, citing concerns about servants and space.

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