In 'The Old Curiosity Shop', who is the grotesque, villainous moneylender who hounded Little Nell and her grandfather?
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Correct answer: Daniel Quilp
Daniel Quilp is a dwarf characterized by his malice and physical energy. He is often cited as one of Dickens's most bizarre and truly frightening creations.
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