Little Dorrit · Character
Young Barnacle
A generic term for a younger Barnacle, possibly Ferdinand.
minor
Also known as Young Barnacle
First appearance: xxxiv a shoal of barnacles
Young Barnacle shows up with force in Nobody's Rival. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A clumsy dinner guest who is flustered by Clennam's presence.
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