# Barney — Oliver Twist character guide

> Barney in Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens.

**Role:** minor

**First appearance:** 0017-xviii-how-oliver-passed-his-time-in-the-improving-society-of-his-reputable-friends

## Who they are

A Jewish servant at Fagin's den who speaks with a lisp.

## In the story

### [The Burglary](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/oliver_twist_se/chapters/xxii-the-burglary)

Provides pistols and other tools for the burglary, stays behind at the safe house.

### [An Old Acquaintance of Oliver’s, Exhibiting Decided Marks of Genius, Becomes a Public Character in the Metropolis](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/oliver_twist_se/chapters/xlii-an-old-acquaintance-of-oliver-s-exhibiting-decided-marks-of-genius-becomes-a-public-character-in-the-metropolis)

The Jewish attendant at the Three Cripples who serves Noah and Charlotte and arranges their lodging.

### [Noah Claypole Is Employed by Fagin on a Secret Mission](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/oliver_twist_se/chapters/xlv-noah-claypole-is-employed-by-fagin-on-a-secret-mission)

Barney assists Fagin and Noah by moving a candle to reveal Nancy's face and later directing Noah's pursuit.

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