Little Dorrit · Character
Mr. Rugg
A lawyer who assists Pancks in his investigations.
minor
Also known as Rugg
First appearance: xxxv what was behind mr pancks on little dorrit s hand
Mr. Rugg shows up with force in Conspirators and Others. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Hosts the dinner and assists Pancks in the conspiracy, taking on some of the research tasks and showing a waggish, legal demeanor.
Mr. Rugg first appears in 0037 xxxv what was behind mr pancks on little dorrit s hand.
In Conspirators and Others: Hosts the dinner and assists Pancks in the conspiracy, taking on some of the research tasks and showing a waggish, legal demeanor.
Later, in More Fortune-Telling: Accompanies Pancks outside the Marshalsea, producing papers and assisting in the revelation of the Dorrit fortune.
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- Legal and Investigative Support
- Household and Loyal Companions
- Circumlocution Office and Society
- Minor Characters and Background Figures
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