The Old Curiosity Shop, Chapter 60 summary
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In Chapter 60, Kit is arrested over the banknote found in his hat and asks to face his employers, whose confidence weakens under the evidence. When Sampson Brass denies giving him money, Kit accuses him of arranging the theft accusation, but the magistrate commits Kit for trial.
What happens
- A constable arrests Kit, who insists on his innocence and asks to visit Mr Witherden before facing a magistrate.
- During the coach journey, Quilp mocks Kit from a tavern window and rejoices after the coach leaves.
- At the notary’s office, Kit’s friends reject the accusation until the evidence makes them doubtful.
- Brass denies giving Kit money, and Kit declares that Brass plants the note to ruin him.
- Miss Sally attacks Kit, but the constable moves him aside, and she tears Mr Chuckster’s collar instead.
- The party reaches the magistrate, who commits Kit for trial, and an officer predicts transportation.
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What to notice
Brass’s denial changes Kit’s understanding of the accusation. Kit now identifies deliberate persecution rather than an unexplained discovery.
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What prompts Kit to accuse Brass of plotting against him?
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