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Martin Chuzzlewit · Character

Mr. Fips

A mysterious lawyer who hires Tom Pinch for a secret employer.

minor

Also known as Fips

First appearance: xx

Mr. Fips shows up with force in XL. The page is where that presence becomes real.

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In XL: Mr. Fips pays Tom his weekly salary but offers little information about the mysterious employer, advising Tom to keep his employment…

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ACAnthony Chuzzl…MTMrs. TodgersTPTom PinchJWJohn WestlockRPRuth PinchMFMr. Fips

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Cast and Servants
  • Central Chuzzlewit Circle

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Breaking point

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