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Dombey & Son - Carles Dickens - Mr Toots and the Chicken
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Dombey & Son - Carles Dickens - Mr Toots and the Chicken
Charles Dickens - Dombey & Son. Mr Toots - a student at Dr Blimbers school (who loves Florence but marries Susan) - pictured with his prizefighter companion, the Chicken. Date: circa 1902
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Boxer Characters Chicken Dandy Dickens Dombey Mister Overcoat Pocket Prizefighter Sons Student Watch Toots
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This photograph print brings to life the intriguing character of Mr. Toots from Charles Dickens' novel, "Dombey and Son." Mr. Toots, portrayed as a young student at Dr. Blimber's Naval Academy, is shown here with his unlikely companion, a prizefighter named the Chicken. Dressed in the fashionable attire of a dandy, Mr. Toots dons a stylish overcoat and holds a prized pocket watch, while the Chicken, with his boxing gloves and menacing expression, adds an air of unconventional excitement to the scene. Mr. Toots, smitten with the beautiful Florence Dombey, is torn between his love for her and his loyalty to his friend, the Chicken. In the end, he marries Susan Nipper instead, much to the disappointment of Florence and the surprise of all. This historical image, circa 1902, offers a glimpse into the complexities of Dickens' characters and the intriguing relationships that unfold in "Dombey and Son." With its rich detail and evocative atmosphere, this photograph print is a must-have for any Dickens enthusiast or history buff.
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