Oliver Twist, Chapter 24 summary
Chapter 24 of 53 · 8 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 24, Mrs. Corney attends old Sally, who confesses that she steals gold from Oliver’s dying mother while nursing her. Sally identifies the child as Oliver but dies before explaining exactly what she takes, leaving the mother’s identity and the meaning of the gold unresolved.
What happens
- Mrs. Corney follows an elderly messenger to the attic, where an apprentice expects the sick woman to die within hours.
- The apprentice leaves, and two elderly attendants warm themselves, share snuff, and discuss drinking the patient’s prescribed wine.
- As Mrs. Corney prepares to leave, the patient wakes and demands a private conversation.
- Old Sally describes nursing a young mother who gives birth and dies, then confesses to stealing her gold.
- Sally names the boy Oliver but dies before identifying the stolen object.
- Mrs. Corney claims there is nothing to report and leaves the attendants with the body.
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What to notice
Sally connects the concealed facts about Oliver’s mother with his treatment. Her death prevents Mrs. Corney from hearing the complete explanation.
Quick check
What prevents Sally from identifying the stolen gold?
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