The Pickwick Papers · Character
Mr. Trundle
A young man who marries Isabella Wardle.
minor
Also known as Mr. Trundle, Trundle, young Trundle
First appearance: xxi
Mr. Trundle shows up with force in Chapter XVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Accompanies Wardle to Westgate House, supporting Mr.
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In Chapter XVI: Accompanies Wardle to Westgate House, supporting Mr. Pickwick's innocence. Later, in XVII: Joins Mr. Wardle in visiting…
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- Other
Character groups
- Pickwickians and associates
- Minor characters and witnesses
- Protagonist
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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