Mr. Bumble

Mr. Bumble is a fictional character from Charles Dickens' novel "Oliver Twist." He is a stern and self-important officer of the workhouse, responsible for overseeing the poor and orphans. Known for his rigid attitude and sense of authority, Bumble often displays a mix of pomp and pettiness. His character highlights the harshness and bureaucratic cruelty of the social system towards the vulnerable during his time. Despite his stern demeanor, Dickens uses Mr. Bumble to critique societal attitudes towards poverty and charity, making him an emblem of institutional indifference.