Martin Chuzzlewit · Character
Mr. Mould
An undertaker who profits from death and has a large family.
minor
Also known as Mould, the Misses Mould, The Misses Mould
First appearance: xvii
Mr. Mould shows up with force in XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The undertaker, who praises the consoling power of expensive funerals and oversees the lavish arrangements for Anthony's burial.
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In XIX: The undertaker, who praises the consoling power of expensive funerals and oversees the lavish arrangements for Anthony's burial. Later, in XXV: Relaxing at home with his family, enjoying punch and the sounds of…
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- Other
Character groups
- Central Chuzzlewit Circle
- Extended Cast and Servants
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See Mr. Mould in xvii