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The Old Curiosity Shop · Character

Grinder

A showman who exhibits a performing dog.

minor

Also known as Mr. Grinder

First appearance: xvii

See Grinder in xviiBook page

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  • Minor characters and background figures
  • Traveling showmen and performers
  • Kit's circle and antagonists

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Grinder in xvii