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PecksniffPecksniff teaches architecture, makes moral speeches, and refuses John Westlock’s friendly farewell.First seen in chapter 3
Tom PinchTom Pinch trusts Pecksniff’s goodness despite John Westlock’s warning that his employer exploits him.First seen in chapter 3
John WestlockJohn Westlock is a departing pupil who challenges Pecksniff’s treatment of Tom Pinch.First seen in chapter 3
Old MartinOld Martin is a wealthy traveler who distrusts his relatives and is nursed by Mary.First seen in chapter 4
MaryMary nurses old Martin during his illness and explains that they are unrelated.First seen in chapter 4
Montague TiggMontague Tigg seeks money and suggests cooperation among the relatives competing for old Martin’s attention.First seen in chapter 5
MartinMartin Chuzzlewit is Pecksniff’s new pupil and becomes friendly with Tom Pinch.First seen in chapter 6
Mark TapleyMark Tapley wants work that will test his ability to remain cheerful through hardship.First seen in chapter 6
Ruth PinchRuth Pinch is Tom’s sister, to whom he sends a letter through Pecksniff.First seen in chapter 7
JonasJonas travels with his father Anthony, flirts with Pecksniff’s daughters, and deliberately hurts his father’s foot.First seen in chapter 9
CharityCharity is one of Pecksniff’s daughters and receives Jonas’s attention during their coach journey.First seen in chapter 9
Anthony ChuzzlewitAnthony Chuzzlewit travels with his son Jonas and challenges Pecksniff’s claims to moral superiority.First seen in chapter 9
MerryMerry is one of Pecksniff’s daughters and accompanies Jonas and Charity on a sightseeing trip.First seen in chapter 12
Mrs GampMrs Gamp attends Anthony Chuzzlewit’s body and objects to Chuffey’s watchful presence.First seen in chapter 20

Chapter 3
John Westlock warns Tom about Pecksniff, but Tom remains convinced of his employer’s goodness.
Chapter 4
Old Martin falls ill at the Blue Dragon, where Mary nurses him and Pecksniff recognizes him.
Chapter 6
Tom meets Martin in Salisbury and brings him home as Pecksniff’s new pupil.
Chapter 11
Old Martin demands that Pecksniff dismiss his grandson over his choice of wife.
Chapter 13
Pecksniff expels Martin, who decides to seek his fortune in America.
Chapter 15
Martin meets Mary before his departure and arranges to exchange letters through Tom.
Chapter 16
Martin and Mark cross the sea in steerage, where Mark helps struggling passengers.
Chapter 19
Anthony dies after violent fits, leaving Jonas fearful of blame and concerned about his inheritance.
Chapter 22
Martin makes Mark his business partner and buys property in Eden.
Chapter 24
Martin and Mark reach Eden and discover a decaying swamp settlement instead of the prosperity Martin expects.
Chapter 27
Jonas brings Merry home after their marriage, and his harsh conduct makes her unhappy.
Chapter 28
Tigg Montague invites Jonas into his dishonest insurance business and secretly orders an investigation into him.
Chapter 31
Pecksniff pressures Mary to marry him and threatens young Martin’s prospects when she refuses.
Chapter 32
Mary reveals Pecksniff’s conduct to Tom, whose trust collapses before Pecksniff dismisses him.
Chapter 34
Martin nurses Mark in Eden, recognizes his selfishness, and obtains Bevan’s help to leave.
Chapter 36
Returning to England, Martin discovers that Pecksniff claims his school design.
Chapter 37
Tom finds Ruth suffering disrespect from her employers and takes her away to share a home.
Chapter 40
Tom accepts paid work arranging books for an employer whose identity remains hidden.
Chapter 44
Martin asks his grandfather for forgiveness, but Pecksniff dismisses him on the old man’s behalf.
Chapter 48
Jonas murders Montague in a secluded wood and secretly returns to his locked room.
Chapter 52
Nadgett exposes Jonas as Montague’s murderer, and Jonas poisons himself after his arrest.
Chapter 53
Old Martin exposes Pecksniff, admits his own selfishness, and reconciles with his grandson.
Chapter 54
John and Ruth declare their love and agree that Tom must share their home.
Chapter 55
Old Martin takes Merry and Chuffey away, while Augustus abandons Charity before their wedding.
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