Fagin's Den
Fagin's den is the centre of villainy in the novel, in
which Fagin trains young boys to become thieves, and where
prostitutes and robbers intermingle. Young Oliver Twist is
brought there by the Artful Dodger, a protégé of
Fagin’s, and he is then taught the art of
pickpocketing, through games and fun, before he discovers
the true purpose behind his training.
"The walls and ceiling were perfectly black with age
and dirt. There was a deal table before the fire; upon
which were a candle, stuck in a ginger beer bottle, two or
three pewter pots, a loaf and butter, and a plate. In a
frying pan, which was on the fire, and was secured to the
mantelshelf by a string, some sausages were cooking; and
standing over them, with a toasting fork in his hand, was a
very old shrivelled Jew."
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