Fagin (character)

Fagin is a fictional character from Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist," published in 1837. He is portrayed as a cunning and unscrupulous old man who leads a group of impoverished child pickpockets in Victorian London. Fagin trains the children to steal for him, offering them a sense of belonging while exploiting their vulnerabilities. The character has become symbolic of moral corruption and the impact of poverty. Often depicted with a fondness for money and a scheming demeanor, Fagin has been interpreted in various adaptations, illustrating themes of social injustice and the struggle for survival in harsh environments.