Oliver Twist, Chapter 28 summary
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In Chapter 28, Sikes and Toby Crackit abandon the wounded Oliver Twist, who struggles through the rain and reaches the very house they try to rob. Although Mr. Giles identifies him as a thief, a young lady orders gentle treatment and sends Brittles for a doctor and a constable.
What happens
- Toby Crackit flees, and Sikes leaves Oliver in a ditch while their frightened pursuers abandon the chase.
- Oliver wakes cold and bleeding, struggles to walk, and suffers confused memories of the robbery.
- Seeking help, Oliver reaches the burgled house, recognizes it, and knocks before collapsing beside the porch.
- Inside, Mr. Giles recounts his courage until Oliver’s knock alarms the servants.
- Giles recognizes Oliver, drags him inside, and announces that he has caught the thief he shot.
- A young lady orders careful treatment upstairs and sends Brittles to Chertsey for medical and police help.
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