Little Dorrit · Character
Miss Rugg
The daughter of Mr. Rugg, Pancks' landlord.
minor
Also known as Miss Rugg
First appearance: xxxv what was behind mr pancks on little dorrit s hand
Miss Rugg shows up with force in Conspirators and Others. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Miss Rugg first appears in 0037 xxxv what was behind mr pancks on little dorrit s hand.
In Conspirators and Others: Daughter of Mr. Rugg, she has a history of a breach of promise lawsuit and participates in the dinner, showing sympathy for Young John's feelings.
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