The Pickwick Papers · Character
Mrs. Cluppins
A witness for Mrs. Bardell, who testifies at the trial.
minor
Also known as Mrs. Cluppins, little Mrs. Cluppins
First appearance: xii
Mrs. Cluppins shows up with force in Chapter XXVI. The page is where that presence becomes real.
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In Chapter XXVI: One of Mrs. Bardell's friends present during Sam's visit; expresses indignation at Mr. Pickwick. Later, in The Trial of Bardell vs. Pickwick: A witness for the plaintiff; testifies about overhearing…
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- Breaking point
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See Mrs. Cluppins in xii