Mr. Bumble is the pompous and self-important beadle of the workhouse in Charles Dickens' "Oliver Twist." He embodies the hypocrisy and cruelty of the Victorian social system, often prioritizing his own status over the well-being of the children in his care. Bumble is arrogant, often using his position to assert control and display his authority, yet he is ultimately portrayed as a buffoon, revealing the absurdity of his pompous demeanor. His character serves as a critique of the indifference and moral failings of those in power.
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