Oliver Twist, Chapter 42 summary
Chapter 42 of 53 · 15 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 42, Noah Claypole and Charlotte reach London with stolen money and find lodging at the Three Cripples, where Fagin secretly listens to their plans. Using their fear of arrest and desire for easy profit, he secures Noah’s agreement to enter his criminal circle, with robbing young children as his chosen work.
What happens
- Noah makes Charlotte carry their heavy luggage and stolen money while he seeks an obscure lodging beyond Sowerberry’s reach.
- They stop at the Three Cripples, where Barney serves them and Fagin secretly watches their meal.
- Fagin overhears Noah’s criminal ambitions, repeats his words, and frightens him into admitting their theft.
- Noah accepts an arrangement requiring the stolen banknote in exchange for lodging, provisions, and a share of criminal earnings.
- Rejecting dangerous work, Noah eagerly agrees to steal money from children and knock them into the gutter.
- Noah adopts the name Mr. Morris Bolter and arranges a meeting for ten the next morning.
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What to notice
Noah wants criminal rewards without danger or effort. His preference prepares the way for his eager acceptance of robbing children.
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Which criminal activity does Noah eagerly accept?
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