# Mr. Chivery — Little Dorrit character guide

> Mr. Chivery in Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the elder Mr. Chivery

**First appearance:** 0020-xviii-little-dorrit-s-lover

## Who they are

The turnkey of the Marshalsea, father of Young John.

## In the story

### [The Child of the Marshalsea](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/little_dorrit_se/chapters/vii-the-child-of-the-marshalsea)

The turnkey who becomes Little Dorrit's godfather, buys her a little armchair, and helps her try to find work for Tip.

### [Little Dorrit's Lover](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/little_dorrit_se/chapters/xviii-little-dorrit-s-lover)

Young John's father, a turnkey who supports his son's attachment and offers William Dorrit civilities, including the chance to look at the street.

### [The Father of the Marshalsea in Two or Three Relations](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/little_dorrit_se/chapters/xix-the-father-of-the-marshalsea-in-two-or-three-relations)

Unlocks the door for Frederick Dorrit; William notes his unusual coldness and lack of attentiveness.

### [A Puzzle](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/little_dorrit_se/chapters/xxii-a-puzzle)

Arranges a private meeting between Clennam and his wife regarding Little Dorrit.

### [The Pupil of the Marshalsea](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/little_dorrit_se/chapters/xxvii-the-pupil-of-the-marshalsea)

The elder Chivery shows delicacy in informing Arthur about his son's emotional state.

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