Bumbles
Bumbles
Bumbles is a term that can refer to various subjects, including characters in literature, television, and other media. The most notable reference is to Mr. Bumble, a character from Charles Dickens' novel Oliver Twist.
Mr. Bumble[edit | edit source]
Mr. Bumble is a fictional character and a minor antagonist in the novel Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens. He is the pompous, self-important beadle of the workhouse where the orphaned Oliver is raised. Mr. Bumble's character is a satirical representation of the poor law system in 19th-century England.
Bumbles in Popular Culture[edit | edit source]
The term "Bumbles" has also been used in various other contexts in popular culture. For example, in the animated television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, the Abominable Snowman is affectionately referred to as "Bumbles" by the character Yukon Cornelius.
Related Characters[edit | edit source]
- Oliver Twist - The main protagonist of the novel Oliver Twist.
- Fagin - A criminal who takes in homeless children and trains them to pickpocket.
- Nancy - A sympathetic character who is part of Fagin's gang.
- Bill Sikes - A violent criminal associated with Fagin.
Cultural Impact[edit | edit source]
The character of Mr. Bumble has had a lasting impact on popular culture, often being referenced in discussions about the treatment of the poor and the bureaucratic nature of social services. The term "Bumbledom" has even been coined to describe petty, officious behavior by minor officials.
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